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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.

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Correct option is B

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


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