The genetic code works only because each codon is read in a specific manner that results in the correct amino acid being placed in that particular spot. What physically places each amino acid by matching up the correct codon?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) physically places each amino acid by matching up the correct codon. Each type of tRNA is specific for a particular amino acid, and has an anticodon that matches to a particular codon on the mRNA. This allows the tRNA to bring the correct amino acid to the ribosome and place it in the growing polypeptide chain.

The Genetic Code Works Only Because Each Codon Is Read