The Genetic Code Is Said to Be Degenerate

question 67

Multiple Choice

The genetic code is said to be degenerate. This means that

• A) each codon codes for more than one amino acid.
• B) each anticodon can interact with many different triplet sequences in the mRNA, which may differ in any or all of the three nucleotides.
• C) many of the amino acids are coded for by different codons.
• D) the code is universally used by virtually all species.

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Definitions:

Day

The period of 24 hours from one midnight to the next, or the part of this period when it is light and which is distinguished from night.

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A gene on the Y chromosome responsible for initiating male sex determination in humans and most other mammals.

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Gene encoding a product that affects the expression of many other genes.

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