Which of the Following Effects Might Be Caused by Reduced

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following effects might be caused by reduced or very little active telomerase activity?

• A) Cells may become cancerous.
• B) Telomere lengthens in germ cells.
• C) Cells age and begin to lose function.
• D) Cells maintain normal functioning.

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