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what are the repetitive dna sequences present at the ends of eukaryotic…

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what are the repetitive dna sequences present at the ends of eukaryotic chromosomes called? see concept 16.2 (page)
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centromeres
polypeptides
telomeres
sarcomeres
chromomeres

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Telomeres are the repetitive DNA sequences at the ends of eukaryotic chromosomes. They protect the chromosome ends from degradation and fusion with other chromosomes. Centromeres are the regions where spindle fibers attach during cell division. Polypeptides are chains of amino acids. Sarcomeres are the basic units of muscle contraction. Chromomeres are bead - like structures on chromosomes.

Answer:

telomeres