Biochemical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌbaɪəʊˈkɛmɪkəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Biochemical is an adjective meaning of, or relating to biochemistry.
Meaning
of, or relating to biochemistry.
More Meanings
- characterized by, produced by, or involving chemical processes in living organisms
- A chemical substance derived from a biological source.
Example Sentences
In view of this biochemical diversity, the possibilities of interspecies hybridization in this genus are very interesting and worthy of attention.
Dr. Gwaltney sent nasal secretions from 40 volunteers with colds to Dr. Proud and Dr. Naclerio, who tested the secretions for the presence of these biochemicals.
Word Forms
- biochemicals
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include biochemistry, biological, chemical, laboratory, physiological, enzymatic.
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