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Biochemistry
The scientific study of the chemistry of living matter.
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peptidoglycan
Biology; Biochemistry
Carbohydrate polymer cross-linked by proteins. It is found in the cell wall of Gram positive bacteria, where it stains with the dye crystal-violet.
phosphate
Biology; Biochemistry
An ion consisting of a phosphorus atom and four oxygen atoms. Among other things, it is used in the constuction of nucleic acids.
photosynthesis
Biology; Biochemistry
Biochemical process in which light energy is absorbed by chlorophyll, and is used to fuel the building of sugar molecules.
phycocyanin
Biology; Biochemistry
Blue, water-soluble pigment found in the cyanobacteria and the red algae.
phycoerythrin
Biology; Biochemistry
Red, water-soluble pigment found in the cyanobacteria and red algae.
pigment
Biology; Biochemistry
Any colorful compound, used by living things to absorb or block sunlight, and in sexual displays.
polymer
Biology; Biochemistry
A large molecule constructed from many smaller identical units. These include proteins, nucleic acids, and starches.
