The Law of Independent Assortment states that:

A) in meiosis, crossing over creates genetically diverse gametes.
B) in gamete formation, gene pairs are transmitted independently of each other.
C) in any dihybrid cross, it is possible to get any combination of phenotypes.
D) in fertilization, the combining of sperm and eggs is random.
E) generation of male and female gametes must occur in separate organisms.


Answer: B

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