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Chapter 17: Q. 17.42 (page 584)

What is the genetic code?

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The amino acid sequence of protein synthesis is dictated by the genetic code, which is the sequence of mRNA codons.

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Step 1; Introduction

The basic physical and functional unit of heredity is the gene. DNA is what makes up genes. Many genes, however, do not code for proteins.

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Explanation

The genetic code is the sequence of mRNA codons that dictates the amino acid sequence of protein synthesis.

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Most popular questions from this chapter

A specific virus contains RNA as its genetic material.

a. Why would reverse transcription be used in the life cycle of this type of virus?

b. What is the name of this type of virus?

What are the possible codons for each of the following amino acids?
a. valine
b. arginine
c. histidine

What is the anticodon on tRNA for each of the following codons in an mRNA?

a. GUG b. CCC c. GAA

What bases in mRNA are used to complement the bases A, T, G, and Cin DNA?

What is the anticodon on tRNA for each of the following codons in an mRNA?

a. AGC b. UAU c. CCA
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