The process of independent assortment refers to

The process of Independent assortment refers to the orientation of homologous chromosomes during metaphase I

Independent assortment is a law, which is also known as Mendel's second law. It states that when two or more traits are inherited, different hereditary factors assort individually throughout gamete production, and this gives individual traits equal chance of occurring together.

Agronomist

Explanation:

An agronomist studies soil and how well plants can grow in that specific soil. Pomologists and botanists study the fruit itself, while arborists take care of trees. If you wanted to know how to make your plants regrow, you would contact an agronomist.