Question

expressed traits quick check
what is the term used to describe homologous chromosomes exchanging genetic material during meiosis? (1 point)
trait distribution
self-pollination
frameshift mutation
crossing-over

Explanation:

• Trait distribution refers to how traits are spread in a population, not genetic exchange in meiosis.
• Self-pollination is a reproductive process in plants, unrelated to homologous chromosome genetic exchange.
• Frameshift mutation is a type of DNA sequence change, not a meiosis-specific genetic exchange event.
• Crossing-over is the specific term for homologous chromosomes swapping genetic material during meiosis.

Answer:

crossing-over