Biochem Uncommon

Origin: Greek prefix bio-

Definition, synonyms and related words

Definitions

Noun

biochemistry (science or industry)

"The new graduate decided to pursue a career in biochem after discovering her passion for molecular research."

In plain English: Biochemistry is the study of how chemicals interact inside living things to keep them alive and working properly.

"The student struggled to understand biochem before her final exam."

Example Sentences

"The student struggled to understand biochem before her final exam." noun

"The biochem department hosted its annual science fair this weekend." noun

"She decided to major in biochem because she loved studying how the body works." noun

"Our university offers a specialized track for students interested in biochem research." noun

Origin

Biochem is a shortened form of the word biochemistry that entered English by clipping its first and last syllables. It combines the prefix "bio-" meaning biological with "chem," which stands for chemistry.

Rhyming Words

hem ahem chem them shem khem unhem rehem mayhem anthem ofthem hashem dirhem cephem arnhem jochem sachem menahem apothem berchem

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