Biochemistry

/ˌbaɪoʊˈkɛmɪstri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The branch of science that explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms.

Biochemistry is essential for understanding cellular processes and molecular biology.

The study of the chemical substances and vital processes occurring in living organisms.

She decided to major in biochemistry to pursue a career in medical research.

The field that combines biology and chemistry to understand the molecular mechanisms of life.

Advancements in biochemistry have led to breakthroughs in drug development.

A laboratory-based science that brings together aspects of both biology and chemistry.

He is conducting experiments in biochemistry to determine how enzymes function.

A discipline that studies the structure, composition, and chemical reactions of biological molecules.

Biochemistry plays a crucial role in biotechnology and genetic engineering.

From 'bio-' meaning life and 'chemistry' from the study of substances and their interactions.

biochemical pathways

The series of chemical reactions occurring within a cell.

molecular biochemistry

The study of biological processes at the molecular level.

enzyme

A protein that accelerates chemical reactions in biological processes.

metabolism

The chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life.

Bio talk

In bio talk, reactions are like the exchanges at a party where substances mingle and change.

Chem fest

We had a chem fest in the lab today; biochemistry experiments were everywhere!