recombination

2. In genetics, the process by which chromosomes exchange genetic material, producing new combinations of genes.

Genetic recombination during meiosis increases the variety of traits in offspring.

3. In physics and chemistry, the process where charged particles or atoms combine again after being separated.

After the plasma cooled, recombination of ions and electrons released light.

4. The act of combining existing ideas or elements in a new way.

The artist's recombination of old photographs created a striking collage.

5. In computing, the rearrangement of data or code segments into a new form.

The software performed recombination of the data blocks to optimize storage.