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Which one of the following is the starter codon?

  1. A
    UGA
  2. B
    UAA
  3. C
    UAG
  4. D
    AUG

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AUG has dual functions: it codes for Methionine and also acts as an initiator (start) codon for protein synthesis. UGA, UAA, and UAG are stop (terminator) codons.

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Which one of the following is the starter codon?
A
UGA
B
UAA
C
UAG
D
AUG

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