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code (kod)

1. a set of rules for regulating conduct.

2. a system by which information can be communicated.

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genetic code  the arrangement of nucleotides in the polynucleotide chain of a chromosome governing transmission of genetic information to proteins, i.e., determining the sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain making up each protein synthesized by the cell.

triplet code  codon.

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code,

n 1. a system of recording information by symbols so that only selected people will know the meaning. Used also to conserve space.
2. a systematic statement.

code of ethics,

n a series of principles used as a guide in assisting a dental professional to fulfill the moral obligations of professional dental practice.

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code

1. a set of rules governing one's conduct. Called also ethical code.

2. a system by which information can be communicated.

3. a set of alphabetical or numerical markers which are an index to a much larger bank of information.

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code of ethics

see code of ethics.

genetic code

the arrangement of nucleotides in the polynucleotide chain of a chromosome that governs the transmission of genetic information to proteins, i.e. determines the sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain making up each protein synthesized by the cell. See also genetic code.

code of practice/conduct

a document produced by an authoritative body to provide a guide to people in their conduct relative to, for example, animal welfare, or their practice, for example, in the housing and feeding of pigs. It is the sort of document that is used when testing in a practical situation rules which are planned to be included in subsequent legislation.