When Are Codons and Anticodons Found?

An anticodon is a trinucleotide

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sequence complementary to that of a corresponding codon in a messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence. An anticodon is found at one end of a transfer RNA (tRNA) molecule.

Where are anticodons and codons found?

Explanation: Anticodons are found on molecules of tRNA. Their function is to base pair with the codon on a strand of mRNA during translation. This action ensures that the correct amino acid will be added to the growing polypeptide chain.

In what molecules are codons and anticodons found?

Codons are found in mRNA. A codon is a sequence of three DNA or RNA nucleotides that corresponds with a specific amino acid or stop signal during protein synthesis. Anticodons are found in tRNA.

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