Genetic Code

The genetic code is the set of rules that dictates how information in DNA is translated into proteins, which perform most life functions. It consists of sequences of four chemical bases (adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine) that form groups of three, called codons. Each codon corresponds to a specific amino acid, the building blocks of proteins. This code is universal across nearly all living organisms, making it fundamental to understanding biology, heredity, and evolution. Essentially, the genetic code is the language of life, instructing cells on how to produce proteins necessary for growth and functioning.