Interphase & Genes: Does Independent Assortment Occur?

[nemzy]

i know that during interphase dna gets replicated, gene expression gets regulated, but does independent assortment of genes occur in interphase?

thanks

 

[iansmith]

No it does not occur during interphase. Recombination occurs during Prophase I.

 

[ravenprp]

for the question! It is a common misconception that independent assortment of genes occurs during interphase. Independent assortment actually occurs during meiosis, specifically during metaphase I when homologous chromosomes line up randomly at the equator of the cell. During interphase, the focus is on DNA replication and gene expression, which are important processes for ensuring the proper functioning of cells. However, independent assortment is a crucial step in meiosis that allows for genetic variation in offspring. So while interphase is important for gene regulation, independent assortment occurs during a different phase of the cell cycle. Hope that helps clarify things!