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EXPLAIN this - the formation of gametesinvolves exchange of chromosomal fragments causing genetic recombination which leads to variation.

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During the formation of male and female gametes a process known as meiosis takes place. Meiosis involves a process known as crossing over (exchange of chromosomal fragments) which is responsible for the variation in gametes. When these gametes fused to form a new organism- they will give rise to a organism with different traits other then observed in their parents.

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