Which of the following processes can generate recombinant gametes?
A)Segregation of alleles in a heterozygote.
B)Crossing over between two linked heterozygous loci.
C)Independent assortment of two unlinked heterozygous loci.
D)Crossing over between two linked heterozygous loci and independent assortment of two unlinked heterozygous loci
E)Segregation of alleles in a heterozygote, crossing over between two linked heterozygous loci and independent assortment of two unlinked heterozygous loci

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Crossing over between two linked heterozygous loci can result in the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes, generating new combinations of alleles in gametes. Independent assortment of two unlinked heterozygous loci can also generate new combinations of alleles in gametes. Both of these processes are present in choice D. Segregation of alleles in a heterozygote can also occur, but it is not sufficient to generate recombinant gametes on its own. Choice E includes all three processes, but it is not necessary to include segregation of alleles in a heterozygote along with the other two processes to generate recombinant gametes.

Which of the Following Processes Can Generate Recombinant Gametes