Which best describes a codon?

A. A cell structure that gives the master instructions for an organism

B. A segment of DNA that is the basis of heredity in organisms

C. The sequence of three bases that codes for a specific amino acid

D. The basic unit of structure and function of all living things

Answer

The correct answer is** C. The sequence of three bases that codes for a specific amino acid

Codon is termed as sequence of three RNA nucleotides which corresponds with specific amino acid which stops signaling during protein synthesis.

It is represented as RNA codon because when proteins are made in cells by ribosomes. mRNA directs protein synthesis, and it is determined by the sequence of genomic DNA.