The response received by the first three editions of the book has been a matter of great satisfaction to us. Many students and teachers while appreciating our effort have suggested the incorporation of some additional topics. In order to meet this demand, we in this fourth edition of the book have added more than fifty pages covering all aspects suggested topics in the light of modern advancements of the subject.
This new edition provides an authoritative account of every aspect of Biochemistry of current interest and demonstrates progress in this subject that has been made in the recent past. Every topic included in this book is self-sufficient and has been profusely illustrated with well drawn figures. Each topic has been written in a clear explanatory style. This approach combines with an extensive cross referencing system, enable the reader to provide both straight-forward concepts and invaluable background information in the light of modern scientific context.
The chapters have been arranged in a conventional way because it may prove good for students to pass from one to another with good continuity.
Contents :
1. Introduction to Biochemistry
2. Concepts of Cell
3. Biophysical Process
4. Bioenergetics
5. Biochemical Techniques
6. Chemistry of Carbohydrates
7. Chemistry of Amino Acids
8. Peptides and Proteins
9. Enzymes, Coenzymes and Isozymes
10. Chemistry of Alkaloids
11. Chemistry of Nucleic Acids
12. Plant Growth Substances
13. Plants and Animal Pigments
14. Chemistry of Lipids
15. Hormones
16. Vitamines
17. Metabolism of Carbohydrates
18. Biosynthesis of Amino Acids
19. Catabolism of Amino Acids
20. Biosynthesis of Urea and Catabolism of Amino Acid Nitrogen
21. Metabolism and Lipids
22. Biosynthesis of Alkaloids
23. Protein Synthesis
24. Redox Potential, Electron Transport and Oxidative Phosphorylation
25. Biosynthesis of Nucleic Acids
26. Biological Membrances
27. Regulation of Biochemical Reactions
28. Metabolism of Inorganic Substances
29. Biochemistry of Blood
30. Digestion, Absorption and Metabolism of Food
31. Biochemistry of Respiration
32. Excretion
33. Biochemistry of Muscles
