Crossing-over that occurs only between two specific DNA target sites that are usually less than 200 base pairs long is called
A)mitotic recombination.
B)integrative recombination.
C)site-specific recombination.
D)homologous recombination.
E)non-random recombination.

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Site-specific recombination involves the exchange of genetic material between two specific DNA sites, often facilitated by specific enzymes that recognize these unique sequences. This process can occur in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms and is crucial for various biological functions, including the integration of viral DNA into host genomes and the regulation of gene expression.

Crossing-Over That Occurs Only Between Two Specific DNA Target Sites