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Translation in Prokaryotes | Genetics

In this article we will discuss about the introduction and mechanisms of translation in prokaryotes. Introduction to Translation in Prokaryotes: The process by which proteins are produced with amino acid sequences specified by the sequence of codons in messenger RNA is called translation. Translation is the first stage of protein biosynthesis. The main points about translation in prokaryotes are given [...]

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Genetic Code: Meaning, Types and Properties

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Genetic Code 2. Types of Genetic Code 3. Properties. Meaning of Genetic Code: The genetic code may be defined as the exact sequence of DNA nucleotides read as three letter words or codons, that determines the sequence of amino acids in protein synthesis. In other words, the genetic code is [...]

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Molecular Mutation: Features, Causes and Types | Genetics

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Features of Molecular Mutations 2. Causes of Molecular Mutation 3. Types. Features of Molecular Mutations: Main features of molecular mutations are given below: 1. It is a change in the number or arrangement of nucleotide sequence of a gene. 2. It is a heritable change in DNA sequence. 3. It is permanent [...]

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