Each of the following sentences is true regarding homologous recombination except

A) The frequency of recombination is uniform across the genome.
B) Homologous recombination involves RecA in prokaryotes and RAD51 in eukaryotes.
C) Homologous recombination resolves the repaired strands using a Holliday junction.
D) Homologous recombination involves a process known as homology searching.
E) Homologous recombination involves the formation of a synaptonemal complex.


Answer: A

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