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What is meant by codon degeneracy?

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a

One codon can code for more than 1 amino acid.

b

Some amino acids are coded by more than one codon.

c

Codons have dual function.

d

Codons are specific.

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Some amino acids are coded by more than one codon; hence the code is degenerate. 

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What is meant by codon degeneracy?