DESCRIPTION Extends the concepts established in KRA161 Chemistry for Life Sciences, and applies them to biological systems, concentrating on biochemicals and their interconversions. The unit covers basic organic chemistry, pH and buffers, the main classes of biochemicals, proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, DNA, and their synthesis and breakdown. Biological Chemistry also provides necessary background for Chemistry 1A and Chemistry 1B.
WEIGHT:
12.5%
ASSESSMENT: 1-hr mid-sem text (10%), 3-hr end-of-sem exam (60%), lab work (20%), assignments (10%)
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