defined:

The exchange of pieces of DNA during the formation of eggs and sperm. Recombination allows the chromosomes to shuffle their genetic material, increasing the potential of genetic diversity. Homologous recombination is also known as crossing over.

explained:

Listen to a detailed explanation.

Dr. Richard Morgan, formerly of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Clinical Gene Therapy Branch, defines homologous recombination.

related
terms:

deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), chromosome

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