Nitrogen fixation: definition and description
Introduction There are various elements in nature and nitrogen is one of the most abundant elements. Nitrogen is a major component of protein which is […]
Biochemistry
Pentose: Importance in pentose phosphate pathway
Introduction Monosaccharides are the simplest types of carbohydrates that cannot be hydrolyzed further into small units. Monosaccharides are classified according to the number of carbon […]
Carbon cycle definition and properties
Introduction Humans, plants, various animals, even viruses and bacteria are made up of different types of elements. There are 6 major elements in nature that […]
Oxygen cycle: Definition, properties, and significance
Introduction Earth is the home of various plants and organisms. A relationship has developed between the organisms and the natural environment through mutual interaction. The […]
Simple proteins structure and function
Introduction Simple protein is a type of protein it is a biomacromolecule. Biomacromolecules are large in size, with a higher molecular weight of 10000 Daltons […]
What are gastrointestinal hormones?
Introduction Gastrointestinal hormones are chemical messengers that regulate intestinal and pancreatic functions such as absorption, digestion, etc. The following is a detailed discussion of what […]