When Replicating the End of a Chromosome,the Lagging Strand Cannot

question 6

Multiple Choice

When replicating the end of a chromosome,the lagging strand cannot copy the last ~10 nucleotides at the end of the chromosome.As a result,chromosomes contain telomere sequences at their ends,which are defined as:

• A)special DNA sequences that do not require priming for replication.
• B)noncoding,repetitive sequences that can be copied independent of the replisome.
• C)noncoding,repetitive sequences that are not replicated during DNA replication.
• D)protein-based structures at the ends of chromosomes that protect the chromosome end.
• E)All of the answer options are correct.

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