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The sequence of three bases on mRNA that codes for one amino acid is called a:

A codon
B whole gene
C anticodon
D operon

Correct answer: A. codon

Explanation: A codon is a triplet of mRNA bases specifying one amino acid.

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The sequence of three bases on mRNA that codes for one amino acid is called a:

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