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The primary source of allelic variation ...

The primary source of allelic variation is

A

independent assortment

B

recombination

C

mutation

D

polyploidy

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The correct Answer is:
B
Recombination is the natural process of breaking and rejoining DNA strands to produce new combinations of genes and, thus, generate genetic variation. This is the phenomenon occur during meiosis 1.
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