The Genetic Code is Translated in Groups of __________ Bases

Question

The genetic code is translated in groups of __________ bases.
A)two
B)three
C)four
D)five

Accepted Answer

The genetic code is read in groups of three bases called codons. Each codon codes for a specific amino acid or a stop signal. This is why the genetic code is considered a triplet code or a three-base code. Therefore, choice B, which corresponds to three, is the correct answer.