I think it’s c I’m not very sure
The reproductive system is different from other body systems in that the reproductive system functions in the survival of a species while all other body systems function to ensure the survival of the individual.
Answer:
I believe it is A, but I could be wrong.
Explanation:
I think this, because when it says, "Other, less useful, versions of the genetic code were eliminated gradually throughout the course of evolution", I think it referencing to the fact that all animals and etc, are made up of common codes, and how over time, through evolution, certain codes were eliminated, because creatures were evolving.
Crossing over happens in Meiosis 1 only. In Prophase 1 a cells chromatin (chromatin = chromosomes that have not condensed yet) condense and pair up forming homologous chromosomes (paired = XX (2 chromosomes together)). When this happens segments/ alleles of the chromosomes pairing up swap over. This creates genetic diversity as each chromosome is different, it has parts from its pair. This leaves every chromosome unique and individual.
I hope this helps, sorry some of the vocab is rather technical. By the way I would suggest watching the
'Crash Course: Meiosis' on YouTube, this really helped me when I was learning this topic. :D