Biomolecules

Biomolecules, also known as molecules of life, are essential for sustaining life processes. This book presents a study of these crucial biological substances to explore their types, function, structure, biological role, and synthesis.

Autorentext

V.K. Ahluwalia is Professor (Retired) at Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, India. He is also Visiting Professor at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical Research, University of Delhi, India.

Inhalt

Preface

1. Biomolecules

2. Carbohydrates

3. Amino Acids, Peptides and Proteins

4. Enzymes

5. Vitamins

6. Nucleic Acids

7. Prostaglandins

8. Lipids

9. Steroids

10. Terpenoids

11. Alkaloids

12. Porphyrins

13. Some Miscellaneous Biomolecules

14. Some Simple Biomolecules

Glossary

Index