All living organisms, from bacteria to humans, use the same basic set of genetic instructions, encoded in DNA. This means that the four nucleotide bases (adenine, thymine, guanine, and cytosine) are arranged in the same way to code for the same amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins.

Here's why this is significant:

* Universality: This shared genetic code suggests a common ancestor for all life on Earth.

* Genetic engineering: It allows us to transfer genes between different organisms, leading to advancements in biotechnology and medicine.

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