Meiosis is key to genetic differences within a gene pool that helps to drive natural selection. Consider the processes involved in meiosis and sexual reproduction. all BUT ONE of the choices contributes to genetic differences in a sexually reproducing population.
A. crossing over
B. fertilization
C. DNA replication
D. random assortment
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Crossing over, random assortment, and fertilization all contribute to genetic diversity. However DNA replication is the synthesis of identical DNA strands.
