Synonyms for

Biochemistry

Verb / ˌbaɪəʊˈkemʌstri: / Another word for biochemistry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Biochemistry is a branch of science that studies the chemical processes that occur within living organisms.

Synonyms & similar words

biophysics metabolism bioscience biotechnology genetics microbiology immunology neurochemistry

Synonyms by register

Formal

molecular biology biophysics biochemical science

Common collocations

  • biochemistry lab
  • biochemistry department
  • clinical biochemistry
  • organic biochemistry
  • biochemistry research
  • biochemistry degree
  • biochemistry journal

Word family

noun biochemistry
adjective biochemical

Usage note

Biochemistry is a specialized scientific field. It is rarely used in informal contexts and does not have direct antonyms as it refers to a specific area of study.

Example sentences

  1. Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes in living things.
  2. My mom is a biochemist and she studies biochemistry all day long.
  3. In biochemistry class, I learned about the different molecules that make up living things.
  4. If you want to study medicine, you need to know about biochemistry.
  5. Biochemistry is a very important field of science because it helps us understand how living things work.

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