Genetic code Flashcards

1
Q

Consists of how many triplets of nucleotides?

A

64

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2
Q

One codons encodes for

A

1 of 20 amino acids

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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

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4
Q

What is it?

A

set of instructions by which genetic material is translated into proteins

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