Mendel's principle of segregation implies that the two members of an allelic pair of genes

Mendel's principle of segregation implies that the two members of an allelic pair of genes separate during gamete formation, or meiosis. This is the process where a cell divides into sex cells in order to pass on genetic information onto the offspring. The two copies of an allelic pair of genes separate independently and each one randomly ends up in one of the sex cells formed to create a unique offspring as well as genetic diversity.

Two members of a allelic pair of genes are distributed to separate gametes. Mendel's early work in genomes and other biological sciences paved the way for contemporary researchers to explore and learn more about how our genes work. Such discoveries have lead to countless helpful drugs and procedures.