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biochemistry
This term describes the intersection of biology and chemistry, focusing on the molecular mechanisms that sustain life. It carries a technical, academic connotation and is typically used in scientific, medical, or educational contexts to describe the study of proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.
As a mass noun, it refers to the field of study or the collective chemical state of an organism. It does not have a plural form in standard usage, as it represents a singular discipline or a systemic biological property.
Meanings
Examples
She decided to specialize in biochemistry to understand how proteins fold.
Collocations & Compounds
clinical biochemistry
Noun collocation: the application of biochemistry to the diagnosis and treatment of disease
The hospital has a dedicated clinical biochemistry lab for blood analysis.
molecular biochemistry
Noun collocation: the study of the chemical properties of biological macromolecules
Her research in molecular biochemistry focuses on DNA replication.
study biochemistry
Verb collocation: to engage in the academic pursuit of chemical processes in living organisms
He decided to study biochemistry to prepare for medical school.