Chapter 14 Proteins and Translation Flashcards
1
Q
What is codon bias?
A
Some codons are used more than others, this is specific to the needs of the species or to be more effcient
2
Q
What is meant by wobble? What is meant by degenerate?
A
The tRNA can bring amino acids to multiple codons using “sloppy” base pairing
3
Q
What is the physical link that binds mRNA and protein?
A
tRNA
4
Q
What direction does the anticodon run in?
A
