1. Most abundant organic molecule in nature. Literally means ‘hydrates of carbon’ i.e. (C.H2O)n. When n is 3 it satisfies the definition of hydrates ofcarbon.…
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Carbohydrates Saccharides The basic formula is: Cx(H20)y or (CH2O)n All carbohydrates are Aldehydes or ketones Aldehydes oxidise easily and make good reducing agents. They…
Slide 1Proteins and Electrophoresis Roger L. Bertholf, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Pathology Director of Clinical Chemistry & Toxicology Slide 2 Protein Trivia The most…
Slide 1 Slide 2 Biochemistry Biochemistry has become the foundation for understanding all biological processes. It has provided explanations for the causes of many diseases…