After extensive DNA damage, special DNA polymerases are expressed that sacrifice replication ________ to rescue the damaged genome.

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Special DNA polymerases expressed after extensive DNA damage sacrifice replication accuracy in order to rescue the damaged genome. These polymerases are able to replicate damaged DNA that would otherwise cause replication errors if replicated by normal polymerases. Sacrificing replication accuracy allows for the replication of damaged DNA and prevents the accumulation of more damage.

After Extensive DNA Damage, Special DNA Polymerases Are Expressed That