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(a) Write the specific features of the genetic code AUG
(b) Explain aminoacylation of the tRNA

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(a) Genetic code AUG has dual functions. It codes for methionine (met) and It also acts as initiator codon.
(b) Activation of amino acid in presence of ATP and its linkage to their cognate tRNA is called as charging of tRNA or aminoacylation of tRNA
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