The Ends of the Chromosomes Are "Capped" with Special Repetitive

question 17

Multiple Choice

The ends of the chromosomes are "capped" with special repetitive DNA sequences called

• A) radiata.
• B) telomeres.
• C) centromeres.
• D) oncogenes.
• E) suppressor genes.

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