Why Are Telomeres a Necessary Component of Linear Chromosomes

question 129

Multiple Choice

Why are telomeres a necessary component of linear chromosomes?

• A)They direct where DNA synthesis will begin.
• B)They fix mistakes that are made during DNA replication.
• C)They maintain the length of a chromosome because DNA is shortened every time it is replicated.
• D)They direct where DNA synthesis will end.
• E)None of the answer options is correct.

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