If Codons Were Read Two Bases at a Time Instead

question 168

Multiple Choice

If codons were read two bases at a time instead of three bases at a time, how many different possible amino acids could be specified?

• A) 16
• B) 64
• C) 8
• D) 32
• E) 128

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Definitions:

Oldowan Technology

The earliest known stone tool industry, characterized by simple tools and used by early humans around 2.6 million years ago.

Hand Axe

A prehistoric stone tool with two faces that was used for chopping, cutting, and scraping, characteristic of the Lower Palaeolithic period.

Bifacial Chopper

A type of prehistoric stone tool with sharp edges on both sides, used by early humans for cutting and chopping.

Hominin Tools

Artifacts made by early humans and their predecessors used for various purposes like hunting and tool-making.