Question

How does meiosis play a role in the evolution of a species

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is - option B. it increases the amount of genetic variation in the species.

Explanation:

Meiosis is a type of cell division that takes place in sex cells or reproductive cells. There is crossing over takes place which is a process where the genetic exchange of chromosomes occurs between non-sister chromatids of homologous chromosomes.

The crossing over leads to the new genetic combinations of genetic material which result in the genetic variation in species. This variation plays a role in the natural selection and evolution of species.