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A Potentially Serious Problem with Taq Polymerase in PCR Is

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A potentially serious problem with Taq polymerase in PCR is its lack of proofreading ability. Briefly explain why this can be a problem and when in the PCR process this can be the most and the least problematic.


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Incidence

The frequency or rate at which new cases of a particular disease or condition occur in a population over a specified period.

Mortality

The state of being subject to death; the incidence of death in a population.

Morbidity

The condition of being diseased or the incidence of illness in a population.

Cross-Sectional Studies

Observational studies that analyze data from a population at a specific point in time to investigate patterns and correlations.

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