The codon AUG codes for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The codon AUG codes for:
A. Methionine
B. Alanine
C. Glycine
D. Arginine
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
AUG is the initiation codon and codes for methionine in eukaryotes (formylmethionine in prokaryotes). It signals the start of translation. Arginine codons include CGU, CGC, etc. Alanine is coded by GCU, etc. Glycine by GGU, etc. The genetic code is degenerate, meaning multiple codons can code for the same amino acid, but AUG is unique as the initiator.

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