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Biotechnology: Principles and Processes — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYBiotechnology: Principles and Processes1 Mark
MCQ
Recombination of genes occurs at:
  • A
    Prophase of mitosis
  • ✓
    Prophase $I$ of meiosis
  • C
    Metaphase $II$ of meiosis
  • D
    Prophase $II$ of meiosis
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
Prophase $I$ of meiosis
Recombination occurs when two molecules of $\text{DNA}$ exchange pieces of their genetic material with each other, resulting in the production of a new combination of alleles. Genetic recombination occurs in the pachytene stage of prophase  of meiosis during a process called as synapsis.

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