The human genome project led to the discovery that much of the genome consists of repeated sequences of nucleotides. These are thought to
A) have no function.
B) function as protection on the ends of chromosomes and as an attachment site on the centromere.
C) function in DNA replication.
D) produce rRNA.
E) function as a protection against cancer.

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These repeated sequences, specifically telomeres and centromeres, have important functions in chromosome stability and segregation during cell division. Telomeres protect the ends of chromosomes from becoming damaged or fused, while centromeres serve as attachment sites for spindle fibers during cell division.

The Human Genome Project Led to the Discovery That Much