Neet Solved Paper 2015 Question 31
Question: Which is the most common mechanism of genetic variation in the population of a sexually reproducing organism?
Options:
A) Transduction
B) Chromosomal aberrations
C) Genetic drift
D) Recombination
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- Recombination occurs during meiosis when homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material, leading to new combinations of alleles in the offspring. This process significantly contributes to genetic diversity in sexually reproducing populations.