Question

The three codons in the genetic code that do not specify amino acids are called Please choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. missense codons. start codons. stop codons. promoters.

Answer 1

Answer: stop codons.

Explanation:

The three codons UAA, UAG, UGA in the genetic code that do not specify amino acids, unlike the remaining 61 codons.

Rather, they perform the function of signaling the natural end of translation of a polypeptide. So, their presence leads to the termination of polypeptide chain.

Thus, they are known as stop codons