There is a certain grammar to the genetic code, or rules to follow so that the message can be
effectively translated from DNA into functional
protein.
Codons are y base "words" that code for
specific amino acids. They are
and never
the words.

Codons are  

3

base "words"  that code for specific amino acids. They are

nonoverlapping

and never

have gaps between

the words.

Explanation:

Codons are

✔ 3 base "words"  that code for specific amino acids. They are ✔nonoverlapping

and never ✔ have gaps between

the words