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There is 1 meaning of the word
Codon.
Codon - as a noun
A specific sequence of three adjacent nucleotides on a strand of dna or rna that specifies the genetic code information for synthesizing a particular amino acid
Example Sentences
"A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides that specifies the incorporation of an amino acid into a protein."
"The genetic code is read and translated into protein through the recognition of specific codons."
"The start codon AUG signals the initiation of protein synthesis."
"There are 64 possible codons in the genetic code."
"A mutation in a single codon can lead to a genetic disorder."
Word Game Points
Is CODON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, codon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CODON has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is CODON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, codon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCODON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
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Yes, codon is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCODON has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
