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15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation - Part 1 of 3

15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation - Part 1 of 3

15. Central Dogma & Gene Regulation / Genetic Code / Problem 11

Which of the following best describes why the genetic code is considered to be degenerate?

A

Because it allows for mutations to occur without altering the amino acid sequence of proteins.

B

Because each amino acid is encoded by only one specific codon.

C

Because the genetic code varies greatly among different species.

D

Because it includes start and stop codons that do not encode amino acids.

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