Which of the following statements concerning PCR is false?

a. PCR can only be carried out if DNA polymerase is heat-resistant.
b. PCR is used to amplify tiny quantities of DNA in vitro.
c. PCR replicates specific DNA sequences.
d. PCR has applications for archaeology and crime scene analysis.
e. PCR utilizes a heat-sensitive Taq polymerase.


E

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