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DNA abstract from Crestock Creative Photos

Gene - DNA segment that contains the genetic code for
producing a protein (Inproteomics)

Transcription – Making an RNA copy from a sequence
of DNA (a gene). Transcription is the first step in gene expression.(Medterms)

Triplet (codon) – sequence of three nucleotides
that codes for a certain amino acid or signals the termination
of translation (stop or termination codon) (Genetests)

Translation (protein synthesis) - Translation
is the process by which the genetic code carried by messenger
RNA (mRNA) directs the production of proteins from amino acids.
(Medterms)