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How many codons are there in genetic codes?
How many codons are there in genetic codes?
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Remember: Codons are triplet sequences of mRNA bases, and each codon codes for a specific amino acid.
Updated On: Feb 11, 2025
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There are 64 codons in the genetic code, which include 61 codons that code for amino acids and 3 stop codons that signal termination of protein synthesis.
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