The genetic code is called a degenerate code because
- AMore than one codon has the same meaning
- B$1$ codon has many meanings
- C$1$ codon has one meaning
- DThere are $64$ codons
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According to the genetic code,some amino acids are encoded by more than one codon. This characteristic of the genetic code is . . . . . . .
Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the genetic code?
$(i)$ The codon is a triplet.
$(ii)$ $64$ codons code for amino acids.
$(iii)$ The genetic code is unambiguous.
$(iv)$ The genetic code is nearly universal.
$(v)$ $\text{AUG}$ has dual functions.
$(i)$ The codon is a triplet.
$(ii)$ $64$ codons code for amino acids.
$(iii)$ The genetic code is unambiguous.
$(iv)$ The genetic code is nearly universal.
$(v)$ $\text{AUG}$ has dual functions.
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View SolutionWhich of the following represents the correct sequence of codons for the amino acid Alanine?
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View SolutionWhich one of the following pairs is correctly matched with regard to the codon and the amino acid coded by it?
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View Solution$A$: Wobbling reduces the number of $tRNAs$ required for polypeptide synthesis.
$R$: It increases the effect of code degeneracy.
$R$: It increases the effect of code degeneracy.
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