CROSSING OVER
\kɹˈɒsɪŋ ˈə͡ʊvə], \kɹˈɒsɪŋ ˈəʊvə], \k_ɹ_ˈɒ_s_ɪ_ŋ ˈəʊ_v_ə]\
Definitions of CROSSING OVER
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The reciprocal exchange of segments at corresponding positions along pairs of homologous chromosomes by symmetrical breakage and crosswise rejoining.
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