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Which one is a true statement regarding DNA polymerase used in PCR ?
- AIt is used to ligate introduced DNA in recipient cell
- BIt remains active at high temperature
- CIt serves as a selectable marker
- DIt is isolated from a virus
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Correct answer: B
The name of this DNA polymerase is Taq polymerase extracted from a thermophilic bacteria. It is a relatively thaermostable enzyme which is used in PCR during denaturation, which requires high temperature.
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