Crossing over. Conceptual computer artwork of two chromosomes swapping genetic material prior to meiosis (production of gametes). This is a natural ge

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Crossing over. Conceptual computer artwork of two chromosomes swapping genetic material prior to meiosis (production of gametes). This is a natural genetic process, known as crossing over, that occurs between homologous chromosomes. The recombination of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) increases the genetic variation in a population.

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Size: 6000px × 3000px
Photo credit: © TIM VERNON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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