Definitions

1. noun

The branch of science that deals with the chemical processes and substances that occur in living organisms.

“She studied biochemistry in college and went on to work in the pharmaceutical industry.”

2. noun

The chemistry of living organisms.

“The new lab focused on the biochemistry of cancer cells.”

3. verb

To study the chemical processes and substances that occur in living organisms.

“The professor’s latest research biochemically analyzed the effects of a new medication.”