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Meiosis creates opportunities for novel chromosome combinations primarily through the processes of genetic recombination during crossing over and the independent assortment of homologous chromosomes into gametes.

1. True
2. False
3. Partially true
4. None of the above

Correct answer: True

Solution

Meiosis ensures genetic variation through crossing over during prophase I and the random assortment of homologous chromosomes during metaphase I, leading to new combinations of chromosomes in gametes.

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