Because most of the amino acids are represented by more than one codon, the genetic code is:
Correct answer: C. Degenerate
- A. Overlapping
- B. Wobbling
- C. Degenerate
- D. Generate
Explanation
Certain amino acids are identified by more than one codon. Some amino acids are encoded by up to four codons, and amino acids, arginine and lysine are encoded by six codons. This is called code degeneracy.
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