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Is the genetic code universal across different organisms?
BiologyMolecular Basis of InheritanceNEET
Options:
  • A Yes, except in some protozoans
  • B No, it varies significantly between different organisms
  • C Yes, except in some mitochondrial codons
  • D Yes, without any exceptions
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Yes, except in some mitochondrial codons
The genetic code is nearly universal, but there are some exceptions such as in some mitochondrial codons and in some protozoans.

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