Which of the following is true about the enzyme telomerase?

A. It can re-establish telomere length.
B. It is found only in adult cells.
C. It is responsible for telomere shortening.
D. It may speed up the aging process.
E. It is expressed at low levels in cancer cells.


Answer: A

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