Asked by Madeline Suderman on May 06, 2024

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What living organisms share the genetic code?

A) All plants and animals excluding bacteria and one-cell organisms
B) All plants exclusively
C) All animals exclusively
D) All living organisms

Genetic Code

A set of rules by which information encoded in genetic material (DNA or RNA sequences) is translated into proteins by living cells.

One-cell Organisms

Living entities consisting of a single cell, capable of performing all necessary life functions, also known as unicellular organisms.

  • Know the universality of the genetic code across all living organisms.
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Zybrea KnightMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The genetic code is nearly universal, shared by all living organisms, including plants, animals, bacteria, and one-cell organisms. This universality is a strong piece of evidence for the common origin of all life on Earth.