NEET Biology ยท Medium

Cell Cycle and Cell Division: Pachytene MCQ

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PachyteneMediumQuestion 9965

Question

Crossing over generally occurs during:

  1. A
    Pachytene
    Correct
  2. B
    Leptotene
  3. C
    Diakinesis
  4. D
    Metaphase II

Correct answer

Pachytene

Explanation

Exchange of genetic material happens after full synapsis in pachytene.