Relating to biochemistry, the application of the tools and concepts of chemistry to living systems. Biochemists study such things as the structures and physical properties of biological molecules, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; the mechanisms of enzyme action; the chemical regulation of metabolism; the chemistry of nu [..]

also bio-chemical, 1851, after German biochemisch, from bio- + chemical. Related: Biochemically.

biochemical (pop)

A product produced by chemical reactions in living organisms.                                            (Source: European Commission CUB)

(adj) of or relating to biochemistry; involving chemical processes in living organisms

A type of sedimentary rock that is formed from the remains of organisms (Lesson 27)

A chemical that occurs naturally in an organism, or an identical substance that has been made artificially.

Chemicals that are either naturally occurring or identical to naturally occurring substances. Examples include hormones, pheromones, and enzymes. Biochemicals function as pesticides through non-toxic, non-lethal modes of action, such as disrupting the mating pattern of insects, regulating growth, or acting as repellants. Biochemicals tend to be env [..]

Of or relating to biochemistry; involving chemical processes in living organisms.

of, or relating to biochemistry characterized by, produced by, or involving chemical processes in living organisms