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Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance. — BIO BOTANY STD 12 — Question

Tamilnadu BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12BIO BOTANYChromosomal Basis of Inheritance.5 Marks
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Why crossing over is important?
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Answer

  1. The exchange of segments leads to new gene combinations which play an important role in evolution.
  2. Studies of crossing over reveal that genes are arranged linearly on the chromosomes.
  3. Genetic maps are made based on the frequency of crossing over.
  4. Crossing over helps to understand the nature and mechanism of gene action.
  5. If a useful new combination is formed it can be used in plant breeding.

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