Homologous recombination is a genetic process where similar DNA strands exchange genetic material, occurring in all living organisms. It plays a major role in meiosis, promoting genetic diversity in sexual reproduction, repairing damaged DNA, and is used in genetic engineering. Homologous recombination is a form of genetic recombination in which two similar DNA strands exchange […]
Homologous series are organic compounds with similar molecular formulas and chemical properties. As the size of the compound increases, physical properties change due to the addition of a CH2 group. Common series include alkanes, ethers, alcohols, alkenes, alkynes, and carboxylic acids. Physical properties change as the carbon chain lengthens, affecting solubility and boiling point. A […]
Homologous chromosomes contain genes for the same characteristics in an organism, with each copy of the chromosome having the gene for the trait located in the same place. Chromosomes are made up of proteins and DNA, and genes are sections of DNA with more than one version. Homozygous chromosomes have the same allele for a […]
