Describe what happens during prophase I and metaphase I and how these phases play an important role in the genetic diversity of the daughter cells produced.

I mainly need help with the genetic diversity daughter cell part

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Describe what happens during prophase I and metaphase I and how these phases play an important role in the genetic diversity of the daughter cells produced.

I mainly need help with the genetic diversity daughter cell part

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~ Prophase I: Crossing over - The homologous chromosomes form synapses and exchange small regions of DNA. This adds to genetic diversity. 
 
~ Metaphase I: Independent assortment - The chromosomes arrange themselves independently and randomly at the equator of the cell.