Telomerase is a very important enzyme for the control of both cancer and aging.  In 5 sentences, explain what telomerase is and why it is important in both cancer and aging.

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Telomerase is a very important enzyme for the control of both cancer and aging.  In 5 sentences, explain what telomerase is and why it is important in both cancer and aging.

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