Codon

genecodon.com Gene Codon: A Comprehensive Analysis I. Basic Definition A gene codon is a fundamental coding unit in DNA or mRNA composed of three consecutive nucleotides (bases). It directs the insertion of specific amino acids or termination signals during translation, serving as the core mechanism for converting genetic information from nucleic acids into protein amino acid sequences—the foundation of the "genetic code" in living organisms. II. Structure and Classification Triplet St…