The number of codons that we code for depends on where we start to read. If we start at position 1 or 2, or 3 the sequence of amino acids would be very different. The ribosome will look for the 1st AUG on the mRNA to ensure that we have the correct Reading Frame. A double stranded DNA can have 3 reading frames on each strand +1, +2, +3 on the top strand or -1, -2, -3 on the bottom strand.
Fill in the mRNA sequence from above. Then use base pair rules to show the anti-codon on the tRNAs.
mRNA
tRNA
Amino Acids
Finally, the genetic code is nearly universal since most living things use the same genetic code. Use the table below to determine the sequence of amino acids in the protein that we are translating. Use the codons not the anticodons! Remember the codon AUG on the mRNA codes for START. At the ribosome ______ bonds are used to link the amino acids to one other. The assembly will continue until the