Unequal Crossing Over Results In

Question

Unequal crossing over results in
A) an exchange between nonhomologous chromosomes.
B) a loss of genetic material.
C) a repair of UV-induced damage.
D) a production of eggs containing Y chromosomes.
E) a creation of deletions and duplications.

Accepted Answer

Unequal crossing over can result in a misalignment of homologous chromosomes, leading to a deletion on one chromosome and a duplication on the other. This can result in an unequal distribution of genetic material in the resulting gametes.