Prokaryotic Protein Synthesis Quiz

The genetic code is universal and does not vary among different organisms.

The genetic code consists of 20 codons that specify amino acids.

The genetic code consists of 64 codons, with each codon specifying an amino acid. (correct)

The genetic code is non-degenerate, with each codon specifying a unique amino acid.

A substitution of one nucleotide that alters the reading frame.

A substitution of one nucleotide that incorporates an alternative amino acid. (correct)

A substitution of one nucleotide that results in early termination of the polypeptide.

A substitution of one nucleotide that introduces a stop codon.

A substitution of one nucleotide that incorporates an alternative amino acid.

A substitution of one nucleotide that alters the reading frame.

A substitution of one nucleotide that results in early termination of the polypeptide.

A substitution of one nucleotide that introduces a stop codon. (correct)

<p>A point mutation that alters the reading frame by either deleting or inserting nucleotides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above.</p> Signup and view all the answers