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Chapter 8 Section 3
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Term | Definition |
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synapsis | the pairing of homologous chromosomes |
tetrad | each pair of homologous chromosomes |
crossing-over | process of chromatids breaking off and attaching to adjacent chromatids on the homologous chromosomes |
genetic recombination | the creation of a new mixture of genetic material |
independent assortment | the random separation of the homologous chromosomes |
spermatogenesis | the production of sperm cells |
oogenesis | the production of mature egg cells |
polar body | other three products of meiosis |
sexual reproduction | the production of offspring through meiosis and the union of sperm and an egg |