In which stage of meiosis does the physical exchange of segments between chromatids occur?
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Correct answer: Pachytene
During the pachytene stage of Prophase I, homologous chromosomes are tightly paired (synapsed), allowing for the breakage and rejoining of DNA strands known as crossing over.
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