All of the following are effects of crossing over of homologous chromosomes during prophase i of meiosis with the exception of
a) increased genetic variety.
b) increased the number of chromosomes in the offspring.
c) the appearance of new phenotypes in the offspring.
d) possible harmful mutations from cross-over errors.

C the appearance of new phenotypes in the offspring

This is what i found on google“ the monomers combine with each other via covalent bonds to form larger molecules known as polymers. in doing so, monomers release water molecules as byproducts. this type of reaction is known as dehydration synthesis, which means “to put together while losing water. in the process, a water molecule is formed.” i hope this you