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In Biology / High School | 2014-02-11

How many nitrogen bases make up a codon, and what does it represent?

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Answer (3)

3 bases make up a codon that specifies for a specific trait.

Answered by mdoyle812 | 2024-06-10

A codon is made up of three nitrogen bases in an RNA molecule, each coding for a specific amino acid. It is an essential concept in understanding the production of proteins. ;

Answered by ArmyArcherd | 2024-06-18

A codon is made up of three nitrogen bases in mRNA, and it represents a specific amino acid. This sequence is important for protein synthesis in living organisms. The correct arrangement of codons is essential for the proper function of proteins.
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Answered by ArmyArcherd | 2024-10-09

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