B1nounscienceeducation
US/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈkem.ə.stri/
UK/ˌbaɪ.əʊˈkem.ɪ.stri/
the scientific study of the chemical processes that happen in living things
In context
My sister is studying biochemistry because she wants to develop new medicines.
She failed the biochemistry exam twice before she finally passed.
Coffee affects the biochemistry of the brain in several ways.
Words that go with biochemistry
noun + preposition
- degree in biochemistryHe has a degree in biochemistry from Hue University.
- professor of biochemistryHer father is a professor of biochemistry in Hanoi.
verb + noun
- study biochemistryStudents who study biochemistry need strong maths skills.
noun + noun
- biochemistry departmentShe got a job in the biochemistry department of a large university.
- biochemistry labThe biochemistry lab is on the third floor.
adjective + noun
- clinical biochemistryClinical biochemistry helps doctors understand blood test results.