Question

Genetic recombination is due to

• A. Mitosis and Meiosis
• B. Fertilization and Meiosis
• C. Fertilization and Mitosis
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Fertilization and Meiosis

The correct option is B

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Genetic recombination is a process of exchange of genetic material between different organisms to produce offspring with new combination of alleles.
2. Fertilization is a process of fusion of the male gamete with the female gamete to form a zygote.
3. During meiosis, genetic variations result in genetic recombination. So, both fertilization and meiosis result in genetic recombination.

Final answer: Genetic recombination is due to fertilization and meiosis.