Triplet

Definition

In the context of protein synthesis, a triplet is a sequence of three nucleotides in DNA or mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid. This sequence is fundamental in the translation process where RNA is decoded into proteins.

Related terms

Codon: A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid or stop signal during protein synthesis.

Anticodon: An anticodon is a sequence of three nucleotides forming a unit of genetic code in tRNA, complementary to a corresponding codon in messenger RNA.

Amino Acid: Amino acids are organic compounds that combine to form proteins, serving as the building blocks for protein synthesis