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What Is the Purpose of Recombination (Crossing Over)

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What is the purpose of recombination (crossing over) ?


A) to ensure retention of genetic information and preserve cell characteristics
B) to bind homologous chromosomes tightly, so they do not accidentally separate
C) to eliminate unused genes by removing them
D) to complete DNA replication
E) to create chromosomes that are a new combination of paternal and maternal material

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