Describe<span> how </span>eukaryotic cell's chromosomes change as a cell prepares to divide<span>. Before </span>cell<span> division each </span>chromosome<span> is replicated. At the beginning of division each </span>chromosome<span> has two daughter chromatids. ... A scientist treats </span>cells<span> with a chemical that prevents DNA synthesis.</span>
<span>Parents can pass on chromosomes to their children that are different than their own when the new gene combinations are created by crossing over. The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes is known as crossing over which occurs in meiosis. When homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange different segments of the genetic material. As the result, a new combination of genes will be formed. If there was not crossing over, all genes on a chromosome would be inherited together.</span>
<span>All organisms mutate their genome automatically when an environment changes, creating new traits and structures.</span>
