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Topic

Genetic code

Asked 2 times in CSE, peaking in 1985.
2
PYQs
1
Exams
1
Years active
1985–1985
Span
1985
Peak
2/2
Answers
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Key insights

  • Most tested in CSE — 2 of 2 PYQs
  • Most asked in 1985
  • Recurs across 1 years (1985–1985)

Across exams

CSE · 2

How the concept evolved

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Sample questions

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CSE1985
The genetic code can be translated through an intermediate, adaptor molecule by
  1. A tRNA
  2. B mRNA ✓
  3. C ATP
  4. D ADP
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Science & Technology › Biology & Health
CSE1985
Genetic code is made up by the four-letter alphabet forming the pairs
  1. A AC, CA, T G, GT
  2. B AG, GA, CA, TC
  3. C T G, GT, AC, CA
  4. D AT, TA, CG, G C ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
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