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Question:

Product of sexual reproduction generally generates: Longer viability of seeds, Large biomass, New genetic combination leading to variation, Prolonged dormancy

New genetic combination leading to variation.

Large biomass.

Prolonged dormancy.

Longer viability of seeds.

Solution:

Genetic recombination is the production of offspring with combinations of traits that differ from those found in either parent. In eukaryotes, genetic recombination during meiosis can lead through sexual reproduction, to a new set of genetic information that can be passed on through heredity from the parents to the offspring. Genetic variation is advantageous because it enables some individuals and, therefore, a population, to survive despite a changing environment. Thus, the correct answer is option C.