The tips of chromosomes, which may play a role in the manner in which we age, are called ____.
A) telomeres
B) free radicals
C) beta-amyloids
D) neurofibrillary tangles

Question

The tips of chromosomes, which may play a role in the manner in which we age, are called ____.
A) ​telomeres
B) ​free radicals
C) ​beta-amyloids
D) ​neurofibrillary tangles

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Telomeres are the tips of chromosomes that protect genetic information during cell division. They shorten with each cell division, and this shortening may be a factor in the aging process. Free radicals, beta-amyloids, and neurofibrillary tangles are also associated with aging, but they do not specifically relate to chromosome tips.

The Tips of Chromosomes, Which May Play a Role in the Manner