Biochemical Pathways Vocabulary

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a chemical compound commonly used in organic synthesis

adjective describing the type of acid

  • Acetacetic acid, also known as diacetic acid, is a compound commonly used in organic synthesis.
  • I heard that acetacetic acid is used in making certain types of dyes.
  • Yo, did you know acetacetic acid is like the secret sauce in some chemical reactions?
  • His words were like acetacetic acid, cutting through the conversation with precision and clarity.

noun Adermin is a vitamin B6 compound that is essential for the metabolism of amino acids and carbohydrates.

adjective Adermin can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to vitamin B6.

  • Adermin is a form of vitamin B6 that is essential for maintaining a healthy nervous system.
  • I take adermin supplements to help with my energy levels.
  • Hey, have you heard about that new adermin product? It's supposed to be really good for you.
  • In a way, adermin acts as a shield for your nerves, protecting them from damage.

noun a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that increases rates of blood circulation, breathing, and carbohydrate metabolism and prepares muscles for exertion.

  • The doctor explained how the release of adrenaline can affect the body's fight or flight response.
  • I always get a rush of adrenaline before going on a roller coaster.
  • I was so pumped full of adrenaline during the concert, I couldn't stop dancing.
  • The adrenaline of competition fueled her drive to succeed.