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What is the category of virus that carries reverse transcriptase? What is the purpose of this enzyme?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Category of Virus**: The category of virus that carries reverse transcriptase is known as **Retroviruses**. These viruses have RNA as their genetic material. 2. **Understanding Reverse Transcriptase**: Reverse transcriptase is an enzyme that facilitates the process of **reverse transcription**. This is the process where RNA is converted into DNA. ...
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