Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 8 - Figure 8.8 - The genetic code - Question - Page 215: 1

Answer

Degeneracy of the genetic code ensures safety of the genetic material from mutations. When a mutation occurs and any one of the three bases is altered, the codon represents the same amino acids; hence no genetic change will occur.

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