A Particular Triplet of Bases in the Template Strand of DNA

question 40

Multiple Choice

A particular triplet of bases in the template strand of DNA is 5' AGT 3'. The corresponding codon for the mRNA transcribed is

• A) 3' UCA 5'.
• B) 3' UGA 5'.
• C) 5' TCA 3'.
• D) 3' ACU 5'.
• E) either UCA or TCA, depending on wobble in the first base.

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