The Genetic Code Has All of the Following Characteristics EXCEPT

question 3

Multiple Choice

The genetic code has all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

• A) It is degenerate.
• B) It is read 3' to 5'.
• C) It is read from a fixed starting point without punctuation.
• D) It is not overlapping.
• E) A group of three bases codes for one amino acid.

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Definitions:

Enuresis

A condition characterized by involuntary urination, especially by children at night, also known as bedwetting.

Phenylketonuria (PKU)

A genetic disorder where the body is unable to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to its accumulation and potential brain damage.

Children

Individuals who are in the early stages of their lives, typically defined as beings from birth through adolescence.

Intellectual Disability

A generalized neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significantly impaired intellectual and adaptive functioning, diagnosed based on IQ scores and adaptive behaviors.