Which of the following is true about both bacterial conjugation and meiosis?

Explanation

Both bacterial conjugation and meiosis involve genetic recombination, which is the process of exchanging genetic material to create diversity. In meiosis, genetic recombination occurs during crossing over in prophase I, resulting in four genetically unique haploid cells. In bacterial conjugation, DNA is transferred from a donor to a recipient cell, introducing new genetic material, but it does not result in the production of new cells. Thus, option C is correct. Option A is incorrect because only meiosis produces four haploid cells. Option B is incorrect because both processes are linked to sexual reproduction due to their involvement in genetic recombination. Option D is incorrect because option C is a true statement.