Genetic recombination

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-012216",
  "term": "Genetic recombination",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Genetic Recombination",
  "definition": "1. The natural process of breaking and rejoining DNA strands to produce new combinations of genes and, thus, generate genetic variation. Gene crossover during meiosis.\n\n2. The exchange of a segment of DNA between two homologous chromosomes during meiosis leading to a novel combination of genetic material in the offspring.\n\n3. The rearrangement of genes that occurs when reproductive cells (gametes) are formed. Recomination results in offspring that have a combination of characteristics different from that of their parents.",
  "subject": "Biological substances",
  "references": [
    "NIH Genetics Home Reference Glossary",
    "NASA Sustainable Development Indicators Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/genetic-recombination/"
}