Principles of Biochemistry

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This concise, introductory text focuses on the basic principles of biochemistry, filling the gap between the encyclopedic volumes and the cursory overview texts. The book has a well-deserved reputation for being the most accurate biochemistry textbook in the market. Widely praised in its previous edition for currency, and clarity of exposition, the new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect recent changes in this dynamic discipline.For Sale in Indian subcontinent onlyFeaturesUnique focus on principles and underlying themes of biochemistry. Balanced coverage of biomolecular structure/function, metabolism, and molecular biology. Includes a chapter on photosynthesis. Strong chemical focus–Including mechanisms of reactions and attention to the physical chemistry of biomolecules. Authoritatively written by a collaborative team of experts.ContentsIntroduction to Biochemistry Water Part I: Structure and Function Amino Acids and the Primary Structures of Proteins Proteins: Three-Dimensional Structure and Function Properties of Enzymes Mechanisms of Enzymes Coenzymes and Vitamins Carbohydrates Lipids and Membranes Part II: Metabolism and Bioenergetics Introduction to Metabolism Glycolysis Gluconeogenesis, The Pentose Phosphate Pathway, and Glycogen Metabolism The Citric Acid Cycle Electron Transport and ATP Synthesis Photosynthesis Lipid Metabolism Amino Acid Metabolism Nucleotide Metabolism Part III: Biological Information Flow Nucleic Acids DNA Replication, Repair, and Recombination Transcription and RNA Processing Protein Synthesis Recombinant DNA Technology