What is the functional role of telomeres? select the two correct statements. select the two correct statements. telomeres provide a protective "cap" on the ends of linear chromosomes, that distinguishes normal chromosome ends from ends generated by double-stranded chromosome breaks. telomeres attract replication enzymes and thereby serve as the replication origins. telomeres prevent topoisomerase enzymes from sliding out of the dna double-helix. telomeres allow chromosome end-to-end fusion which is essential during metaphase of mitosis. telomeres provide a mechanism for replication of the ends of linear chromosomes?