Sequence of stop codon in RNA is:
Correct answer: C. UAG
- A. TAG
- B. AUG
- C. UAG
- D. AAA
Explanation
UAG is one of the three stop codons, also known as termination codons, in the genetic code. The other two stop codons are UAA and UGA. Stop codons signal the end of protein synthesis during translation. When a stop codon is encountered by the ribosome during translation, it does not code for any amino acid, They are also known as nonsense codons or termination codons because it signals the release of the newly synthesized polypeptide chain from the ribosome. This process ensures that the protein is properly terminated and functional.
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