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Which of the following is the universal start codon?

  • A UAA
  • B UAG
  • C AUG
  • D UGA

Correct answer: C. AUG

Explanation: AUG, which codes for methionine, is the universal start codon for translation.

Concept context

DNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, the genetic code, and gene regulation (lac operon). The single most important chapter for NEET molecular biology.

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