Which Is NOT True About the Genetic Code

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT true about the genetic code?

• A) Most amino acids have only one codon.
• B) It is composed of a triplet code of three bases per codon.
• C) It produces 64 different possibilities of base sequences.
• D) It was cracked through the use of a cell-free system of enzymes.
• E) It contains start and stop codons as instructions.

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Definitions:

Bromine

A chemical element with the symbol Br and atomic number 35, known for its reddish-brown color and halogen properties.

Lewis Structure

A diagram that represents the valence electrons of atoms within a molecule, showing how these electrons are arranged around atoms and indicating the bonds between them.

Ionic

Relating to, composed of, or using ions, which are atoms or molecules with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

Covalent

A type of chemical bond where atoms share pairs of electrons.