The process of crossing over which begins in prophase I of meiosis usually results in which condition?

A. nondisjunction
B. four diploid gametes
C. increased genetic diversity in the gametes
D. decreased genetic diversity in the gametes


Ans: C. increased genetic diversity in the gametes

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