Enzyme
Life is possible by virtue of the coordination of various chemical reactions that constantly take place in living organisms, such as the digestion of food, absorption of necessary molecules, and…
Biology
Nucleic Acid
Nucleic acids are polynucleotides, and along with polysaccharides and polypeptides, they form the true macromolecular fraction of every living cell. You'll find them working alongside proteins as the main constituents…
Lipid
Lipids are a broad class of biological molecules made up of carbon, hydrogen, and a relatively small amount of oxygen. Unlike carbohydrates and proteins, lipids are insoluble in water but…
Protein
Proteins are the most versatile macromolecules in your body. They're heteropolymers of amino acids, physically complex and functionally indispensable. The name itself comes from the Greek word proteios, meaning "holding…
Carbohydrate
Carbohydrates are one of the four major classes of biomolecules, and you'll encounter them everywhere in biochemistry. From the glucose running through your bloodstream right now to the cellulose holding…
What are Biomolecules? – Their Role, Definition and Types
You have always learned that a living system can grow, sustain, and reproduce itself. The most remarkable thing about a living system is that it itself is composed of non-living…
Cell Biology: Definition of Cell, Types, Structure and Functions
A comprehensive guide with practical insights and actionable advice.
10 Interesting Facts about Blood and Blood Cells
Like all humans who have red-colored blood, there are few organisms that have varying blood colors. Spiders and octopuses have blue color blood, cockroaches have white/colorless blood, grasshopper, leeches, and…