Which of the following statements is NOT part of the principle of independent as

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Which of the following statements is NOT part of the principle of independent assortment? Alleles for different genes on the same chromosome assort independently as long as they are located far apart Alleles for different genes on the different chromosomes always assort independently Alleles for different genes always assort independently regardless of location Crossing-over events during meiosis are responsible for the assortment of genetic information between homologues The closer genes are to cach other on the chromosome do not assort independently.

Explanation / Answer

Answer:

Alleles for different genes always assort independently regardless of location.

Explanation:

If the alleles for different genes are located on the same chromosome, they do not assort independently. Location of the alleles is very important in assortment of alleles independently.

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