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genetic code
This term refers to the biochemical blueprint that dictates how DNA sequences are converted into functional proteins. It is a technical term used primarily in biology and genetics to describe the universal language of life, where specific triplets of nucleotides (codons) correspond to specific amino acids.
As a specialized scientific term, it is treated as an uncountable noun when referring to the system of rules itself. It is rarely pluralized unless discussing different versions of codes across disparate biological domains or hypothetical alien life forms.
Meanings
Examples
The genetic code is nearly universal across all known living organisms.
I wonder if we can actually rewrite the genetic code to cure this disease.
The scientist explained how the genetic code determines the sequence of amino acids.
A single mutation in the genetic code can lead to severe health complications.
We have finally cracked the genetic code of this ancient species.
The alien creature possessed a genetic code unlike anything seen on Earth.
Is it possible to manipulate the genetic code without causing unintended side effects?
The ribosome reads the genetic code to assemble a protein chain.