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HTTP 418: I'm a teapot

The server identifies as a teapot now and is on a tea break, brb

HTTP 418: I'm a teapot

The server identifies as a teapot now and is on a tea break, brb

Crossing-over Memes

Posts tagged with Crossing-over

Holding My Telomeres: Nature's Ultimate Crossover Event

Biology Science Evolution
5 months ago 11.0K views 0 shares
Holding My Telomeres: Nature's Ultimate Crossover Event
Marvel thinks their fictional crossovers are impressive? Chromosomes have been swapping genetic material for billions of years through crossing over! The meme shows chromosomes exchanging segments during meiosis—a process where homologous chromosomes literally trade DNA pieces to create genetic diversity. Telomeres (the protective caps at chromosome ends) are like "hold my beer" while these chromosomes perform the ultimate genetic remix. Nature's been running the most ambitious crossover event since life began, creating the genetic variability that drives evolution. Take that, Thanos!

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