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Why are thermostable enzymes used in PCR?

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To increase mutation rates To withstand high temperatures during DNA denaturation Correct To degrade RNA in the sample To act as restriction enzymes

Thermostable enzymes, such as Taq polymerase, are used in PCR because they remain active during high-temperature DNA denaturation.

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