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Structure of Chromosomes, Cell Cycle and Cell Division — Question 10

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The basis of genetic variation in the living organisms during mitosis occurs due to :

  1. Cell division
  2. Mutation
  3. Crossing over
  4. Karyokinesis
Answer

Crossing over

Reason — Crossing over results in change of gene sequence which is responsible for variation.


Source: This question is from Structure of Chromosomes, Cell Cycle and Cell Division, Biology — Class 10, ICSE Board.

Key Concepts Covered

This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Structure of Chromosomes, Cell Cycle and Cell Division: Question, Basis, Genetic, Variation, Living, Organisms. These are fundamental topics in Biology that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 10 curriculum.

A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your ICSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of Biology papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.

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