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Question
Which feature of the genetic code ensures that an amino acid can be coded by more than one codon?
Explanation
Degeneracy of the genetic code means that multiple codons can specify the same amino acid. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.
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