What is the function of the codon AUG?

a. To terminate translation
b. To separate nucleotide triplets from one another
c. To initiate translation
d. To terminate transcription


c. To initiate translation

The codon AUG is known as the start codon and functions to initiate translation of mRNA into proteins.

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