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What is the function of codons in mRNA?
What is the function of codons in mRNA?
- Regulate gene expression
- Facilitate mRNA stability
- Determine the specific amino acid to be added to the polypeptide chain (correct)
- Initiate the process of translation
How many nucleotides make up a single codon in mRNA?
How many nucleotides make up a single codon in mRNA?
- 6
- 3 (correct)
- 2
- 4
What is the role of codons in the process of translation?
What is the role of codons in the process of translation?
- Facilitate transcription of DNA
- Determine the structure of tRNA molecules
- Regulate mRNA splicing
- Specify the sequence of amino acids in a polypeptide chain (correct)
