Homologous recombination during meiosis.
  1. Two DNA duplexes that share homologous sequence are paired.

  2. Endonuclease nicking produces single-stranded cuts at identical positions.

  3. The single strands are displaced and pair with their complements on the opposite duplex.

  4. A ligase seals the loose ends, creating heteroduplex DNA molecules.
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