How does the genetic code help with protein synthesis?
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How does the genetic code help with protein synthesis?
Importance of Protein Synthesis:
Protein synthesis is needed by cells to create new proteins. Cells must create new proteins for cell structure and function because they become worn out over time, or new proteins are needed for growth and repair.
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View this answerThe genetic code helps with protein synthesis because it contains the information needed to create new proteins. The genetic code is the sequences of...
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