Thermococcus Litoralis and Thermus Aquaticus are Thermophilic Bacteria That Are

Question

Thermococcus litoralis and Thermus aquaticus are thermophilic bacteria that are ______.
A) sources of heat-stable DNA polymerases
B) genetically engineered bacteria
C) used as cloning vectors
D) principal sources of restriction endonucleases

Accepted Answer

Thermococcus litoralis and Thermus aquaticus are known for their heat-stable DNA polymerases, such as Taq polymerase from Thermus aquaticus, which are crucial for PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) processes.