Genetic Code | Vibepedia

The genetic code is the fundamental set of rules by which living cells translate the information encoded in [[DNA|DNA]] and [[RNA|RNA]] sequences into proteins. This translation, known as protein biosynthesis, is orchestrated by [[ribosomes|ribosomes]] and [[transfer RNA|tRNA]] molecules, which read nucleotide triplets called [[codons|codons]] and link specific [[amino acids|amino acids]] accordingly. While minor variations are found in certain organelles like [[mitochondria|mitochondria]], understanding this code has been pivotal in fields ranging from [[genetics|genetics]] and [[molecular biology|molecular biology]] to [[biotechnology|biotechnology]] and [[synthetic biology|synthetic biology]], enabling advancements like [[genetic engineering|genetic engineering]] and the development of novel therapeutics.