Multiple choice

Centromere proteins is a group of proteins which either forms or mediates the function of centromeres. The centromere protein predominately essential for keeping proper kinetochore size is

  1. Centromere protein F

  2. Centromere-associated protein E

  3. Centromere protein I

  4. Centromere protein B

  5. Centromere protein C 1
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Centromere protein C 1 is a centromere autoantigen and a component of the inner kinetochore plate. The protein is required for maintaining proper kinetochore size and a timely transition to anaphase. A putative pseudogene exists on chromosome 12.

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