Question

Which best describes a codon?

a. a cell structure that gives the master instructions for an organism
b. a segment of DNA that is the basis of heredity in organisms
c. the sequence of three bases that codes for a specific amino acid
d. the basic unit of structure and function of all living things

Answer 1

The code defines how sequences of these nucleotide triplets, called codons, specify which amino acid will be added next during protein synthesis

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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