Genetic code Flashcards
1
Q
Consists of how many triplets of nucleotides?
A
64
2
Q
One codons encodes for
A
1 of 20 amino acids
3
Q
MUST rules:
A
1) self replicate so copies are passed to daughter cell during cell division
2) carry info that code for protein
4
Q
What is it?
A
set of instructions by which genetic material is translated into proteins