Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11
Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11
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ISBN: 9780132525763
Author: Prentice Hall
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 24, Problem 68A
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The number of bases specifying an amino acid in the genetic code is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The genetic code is a set of instructions that directs the translation of DNA into the 20 amino acids that make up the fundamental building blocks of proteins in living cells. These instructions are called the genetic blueprint. The genetic code consists of codons.

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Answer to Problem 68A

In the genetic code, an amino acid is specified by three bases called codons.

Explanation of Solution

The polypeptide chain of amino acid is represented by codons, which are sequential strings of nucleotide bases. Since there are 64 possible combinations of the four bases needed to code for the 20 main amino acids, several codes can give rise to the same amino acid.

The genetic code is unambiguous. Several codes might code the same amino acid, but only one specific amino acid can result from a given code. The codon specifies an amino acid by three consecutive bases.

Conclusion

In the genetic code, an amino acid is specified by three bases called codons.

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Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11

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