NEET2016Botany-Cell Division

NEET 2016 Botany Meiosis MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

In meiosis, crossing over is initiated at

A

zygotene

B

diplotene

C

pachytene

D

leptotene

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Crossing over occurs during the pachytene stage of prophase I in meiosis, where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material.

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