Which of the following is a term for the pairing up of homologous chromosomes?

Synapsis

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Chiasmata

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Tetrad formation

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Homogenesis

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Solution

The correct option is A
Synapsis

This is also known as dyad formation. This is also not to be confused with ‘synapse’ which is the gap between two neurons.

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