Which of the following would you expect of a eukaryote lacking telomerase?

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Telomerase is responsible for adding repetitive DNA sequences to the ends of chromosomes, called telomeres, which maintain chromosome length during DNA replication. Without telomerase, as cells divide, telomeres gradually shorten until they become too short, leading to cell death or senescence. In gametes, the chromosome length must be maintained to ensure proper fertilization and development of the offspring. Therefore, a lack of telomerase would result in a reduction in chromosome length in gametes.

Which of the Following Would You Expect of a Eukaryote