All of the following processes generate variation in populations except:

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DNA replication is primarily a conservative process that aims to copy the genetic material accurately from one generation to the next. While errors in DNA replication can lead to mutations, the primary purpose and typical outcome of DNA replication is not to generate variation but to maintain genetic fidelity. In contrast, independent assortment, fertilization, and crossing over are mechanisms that actively increase genetic diversity in populations.

All of the Following Processes Generate Variation in Populations Except