The DNA of Telomeres Has Been Highly Conserved Throughout the Evolution

question 39

Multiple Choice

The DNA of telomeres has been highly conserved throughout the evolution of eukaryotes. This most likely reflects ________.

• A) the inactivity of this region of DNA
• B) the low frequency of mutations occurring in this DNA
• C) continued evolution of telomeres
• D) that new mutations in telomeres have been advantageous
• E) a critical function of telomeres