Match the description with its most closely associated term.
-Crossing over
A)alleles switching chromosomes
B)gametes
C)increase in genetic variation

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Crossing over refers to the exchange of genetic material between pairs of homologous chromosomes during meiosis, resulting in alleles switching chromosomes.

Answer: C
 Crossing over leads to an increase in genetic variation within a population by shuffling of alleles between homologous chromosomes, leading to different combinations of alleles in gametes.

Match the Description with Its Most Closely Associated Term