biochem
5.1
Relating to the chemical processes in living things
- adjective
- /ˈbaɪoʊˌkɛm/
- Informal
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bioquímico
- His research focuses on biochem properties of enzymes found in various organisms.
Examples
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The doctor explained how the biochem processes in our bodies can affect our overall health.
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She is studying biochem methods to improve agricultural practices.
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You are in control over the biochem through your blood flow.
Synonyms
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5.0
About chemical processes and substances in living things
is an informal shortened form used before nouns to mean the same
Surface Forms
biochem positive
Morphology
biochem = biochemical (semi-transparent) = bio + chem
This is a clipped informal abbreviation of 'biochemical', so the meaning is recoverable but less directly compositional than a full derived form.
Etymology
Biochem is a short form made from bio- ('life') and chem- ('chemical'), the same roots as biology and chemistry. That's why biochem is used before a noun to mean 'about the chemistry of living things'.