Telomerase Flashcards
1
Q
What is telomerase?
A
an enzyme that lengthens the ends of chromosomes, which shortens each cell division
2
Q
what is the purpose of telomerase
A
they are caplike features at the ends of chromosomes that help protect them when cells divide
3
Q
what does a shorter telomeres show?
What is that a result of
A
It is an indication of age and the general health of indiviual
due to ongoing cell division
