During meiosis, chromosomes will split into daughter cells randomly, making each gamete unique. This is called
genetic recombination or crossing over.
This process is called genetic recombination or crossing over. Genetic recombination occurs during meiosis I, specifically during prophase I. During this stage, homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange segments of genetic material through a process called crossing over.
Crossing over occurs when corresponding sections of the chromatids from the paired homologous chromosomes break and exchange places. This exchange of genetic material results in the formation of new combinations of alleles on each chromosome. As a result, the daughter cells produced during meiosis will have unique combinations of genes, making each gamete different from one another. This variability contributes to genetic diversity in sexually reproducing organisms.