Genetic recombination due to crossing over of broken segments of chromatids occurs in the _______ stage of prophase-I of meiosis.

Diplotene

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Leptotene

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Pachytene

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Zygotene

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Solution

The correct option is C Pachytene
The homologous pairs of chromosomes loosely remain attached at the chiasmata. This is followed by the breaking of the chromatids and these broken segments undergo crossing over leading to the chances of genetic recombination.

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