Catalog 2023-2024

CHE 320 Biochemistry

A study of the chemical properties and biological functions of the atoms, molecules, macromolecules and macromolecular complexes that contribute to living systems. Topics include pH; structure and function of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids; enzyme kinetics; and the major metabolic cycles and their cellular control processes. Lecture only.

Baccalaureate Experience

(NS-Chemical/Physical)

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CHE 234 and CHE 235L (both with a grade of "C" or better).

Offered

fall, spring and summer.