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When the enzyme telomerase was first discovered, some peoplethought it might be “the fountain of youth” because it could immortalize cells. Why do you think this may not be the case?

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter8: The Structure, Replication, And Chromosomal Organization Of Dna

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 23QP: How does DNA replication occur in a precise manner to ensure that identical genetic information is...

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