MDCAT Biology MCQ #1168

What is the role of Taq polymerase in PCR?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1168

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the role of Taq polymerase in PCR?

    • A) To synthesize primers
    • B) To ligate DNA fragments
    • C) To amplify DNA sequences
    • D) To degrade DNA

    Answer: To amplify DNA sequences

    Explanation: Taq polymerase amplifies DNA; it doesn't synthesize primers, ligate DNA, or degrade DNA.