Students interested in biochemistry ideally take the equivalent of two courses in chemistry. In the fall, the most common introductory chemistry option is CHEM 105 or 105P, followed by CHEM 205 or CHEM 211 in the spring. Students with a 4 or 5 on the AP exam can enroll instead in a one-semester accelerated version…
Students who are interested in fields between the intersection between biology and chemistry can be very well served by completing a major in Biochemistry, Chemistry or Biological Sciences. Students completing any of these majors regularly enter graduate programs in biochemistry, cellular or molecular biology, complete medical school, work in biotech or other industries, teach, or…
It is the first letter of each class. Each class in turn is subdivided into many classes, which are further divided. A four-digit enzyme commission (E.C) number is assigned to each enzyme representing class (first digit shows which of six main classes in OTHLIL), subclass (second digit), sub-sub class (third digit), and individual enzyme (fourth…
Enzymes involved in all the isomerisation reactions. Inter-conversion of isomers: A → A′
Enzymes that bring about hydrolysis of various compound. A − B + H2O → AH − B − OH
Enzymes that catalyse the transfer of functional group. A − X + B → A + B − X
Enzymes involved in oxidation–reduction reactions. AH2 + B → A + BH2
In 1964, the IUB of enzyme classified into six major groups. Each class on its own represents the general type of reaction brought about by the enzymes of that class.