Multiple Choice
What advantage does DNA polymerase from Thermus aquaticus (Taq polymerase) have over DNA polymerase from E. coli?
A) It synthesizes DNA more accurately with fewer random nucleotide mismatches.
B) DNA gyrase does not have to be added to the mixture to unwind the DNA prior to synthesis.
C) It is more heat stable.
D) It synthesizes DNA more rapidly.
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