Regions at the ends of chromosomes that prevent chromosomes from sticking to each other are called ____.
A) satellites
B) telomeres
C) centromeres
D) q zones
E) p zones

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Telomeres are specific DNA sequences at the ends of chromosomes that protect against deterioration and fusion with other chromosomes. Satellites are regions of highly repetitive DNA, while centromeres are specific DNA sequences that are essential for the proper segregation of chromosomes during cell division. Q zones and p zones do not have established meanings in the context of chromosome structure.

Regions at the Ends of Chromosomes That Prevent Chromosomes from Sticking