What is Biochemistry? What do Biochemists study?

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What is Biochemistry, and what do biochemists study? What is covered in this field, as opposed to Molecular Biology or Cell Biology? The truth is, there’s a lot of overlap in these disciplines. But in general, biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life.
What’s so special about the molecules of life? It’s a case of emergent properties. When biochemical molecules interact, unexpected complexities arise! Phospholipids form the bilayers found in cells. These compartments allow for high concentrations of chemical reactions to take place, leading to...life.
The four main types of biological molecules studied by biochemists are proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. This video briefly introduces these topics, and each one will be covered in more depth in their own videos.
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@Socratica 2 жыл бұрын

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@alpbaskc7060 7 жыл бұрын

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@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you've found our videos! It's wonderful to hear from everyone who understands our mission - we want to make math and science accessible to everyone. It's NEVER too late to learn! Thank you for your kind comment. It really inspires us to make more videos! :)

@RichmondStar510 5 жыл бұрын

After watching this, I instantly thought, “Why haven’t I seen such an explanatory video like this in school yet?!”

@theoriginaldozie Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way too

@TheJusDon Жыл бұрын

Few people have a good idea that’s why they are here to share the ideas with the rest of man.

@EbonyBomani 6 жыл бұрын

If only you were my teacher in high school!

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@user-kx1xu9xj9u 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 15 and looking into potential careers. I really enjoy biology and when I put in the work, I seem to really understand chemistry and connect the dots. I think biochemistry may be the one for me 😁

@Fallen.-.dragon Жыл бұрын

Same dude...same 😌

@Oilofmercy Жыл бұрын

Ur so lucky take advantage of the brain Godmgave you. GO for it.

@Lanadelreysfan 6 ай бұрын

@user-kx1xu9xj9u hey I'm also 16 now and thinking about biochemistry . Can you tell me about what ur doin now or where ur studyin and about ur grades in high school

@eseiu 6 жыл бұрын

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@ct-lu8go 3 жыл бұрын

yeah but we need to see that smile :)

@sownthariyaelango2398 3 жыл бұрын

Asmr means?

@Imojean 3 жыл бұрын

So soothing, fell asleep studying haha 💙

@habibi6409 3 жыл бұрын

@@sownthariyaelango2398 😂

@kimp.dr.n2652 2 жыл бұрын

Too slow 🐌

@BensLab 7 жыл бұрын

As always, a pleasure to watch. These introductory videos are still interesting to watch, because sometimes you can never have too much reminding of certain things :)

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

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@BensLab 7 жыл бұрын

Socratica Thank you! It's one huge learning curve at the moment. I think of doing short "teaching" type videos for my facebook page. I'm also interested in gifs...my head is exploding with ideas!

@shreeprasadjoshi 5 жыл бұрын

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@romaissach497 6 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that I came here, as a biology student I love when others speaks about different biology topics with interest and excitement like I do, and actually understands "science jokes" x), while i'm in a society that doesn't get these things or give it the appropriate respect.. However, I wish I've watched this series before, Thank you anyway ♥!

@Socratica 6 жыл бұрын

This makes us so happy to hear, Romaissa. How wonderful to find like-minded people! This is one of the real joys of making videos on KZfaq. Happy Sciencing! :D

@quirkiymedia9925 2 жыл бұрын

if you had lived in Turkey, I am sure that you would have understood that the main value of science is given in American society, my friend, I hope that one day I will live in a society that values science

@makeishaalexis 2 жыл бұрын

Voice is so calm and easy to grasp. The right speed of delivery makes it easier to understand

@filmic1 7 жыл бұрын

Love these distilled intro's. So easy to listen to. Reminds me of my 400 level ugrad mammalogy course prof... So pleasant.

@takhlaq 4 жыл бұрын

you are so calm and soothing. you make me very interested in learning biochemistry.

@leandrofogaca8233 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from Brazil, so far I am grateful for the transmission of this knowledge, teacher. Thanks, it was an amazing class, easy to understand!

@Socratica 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind comment! Greetings to everyone in beautiful Brazil! 💜🦉

@starrryowl 3 жыл бұрын

These kinds of videos always help to remind me why I’m so fascinated by science✨

@thehorse5307 2 жыл бұрын

This is it. This is what I wanted all along but I never properly looked into the kind of degrees and learning I could get. When I did my A Levels I took Chemistry and Biology because I wasn't interested in the knowledge of physics. The questions I want answered about life are all here. Every damn day for the past few months I've been asking myself what I found interesting in school and it always comes back to Biology and Chemistry. Deep down I guess what I really wanted by choosing these specific two sciences was a subject that would allow the knowledge of both those subjects to be combined into one. And I've always found the pursuit of research towards new medicines, new findings and new contributions to be an interesting career for me so I can't think of any reason not to do this.

@hosnarad6994 3 жыл бұрын

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@gjsoriano1 5 жыл бұрын

I thought I was on a spa mediating about biochemistry. I really love it. Looking forward on your next videos.

@marajadana9313 4 жыл бұрын

hahaha, so did I. wow I love this woman. Biochemistry just got meditative on a whole different level!

@bezold_jarisch96 5 жыл бұрын

Hello ma'am...this is Shubhadip from India...these are just awesome videos that u r making...just the kind of videos some of us were looking for...I personally want to become a really good biochemist, although at present I am a medical student...the subject of biochemistry simply fascinates me to the point where I even sometimes feel like seeking out for everything that happened at the very beginning of life on this planet...so I really appreciate your endeavour in constructing n putting up these videos in such palatable forms...We, the aspiring young budding students seriously require much more of these..So, pls do keep on putting up every single topic of biochemistry and wherever possible, the processes which probably took place at the very beginning of life n all the hypotheses that were put forward n which are presently dominating....thank u ma'am...😊

@MadameZelda15 4 жыл бұрын

Omg this person is so asmr so calm sk teaching! Gosh if only I wasn’t so add !

@shootingstarz6978 Жыл бұрын

I was searching a reason to like biochemistry. You gave it it me in a very beautiful way. Thank you!

@Microscopy1 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant intro to the subject! And what an extraordinary gifted communicator...

@SevenDeMagnus 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Kind voice with subject depth = much easier to learn. God bless, Proverbs 31

@Natalie-xf8cx 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your amazing videos! They are really helpful. I am a year 1 science student and I am planning to take biochemistry and microbiology as my major. :)

@kathleenswenning9915 4 жыл бұрын

So incredibly mind blowing🤯!!!! Thank you very much for sharing your awesome knowledge!!!!

@user-uz6bn1gb9o 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the insight. I am planning on learning biochemistry on my own to help me invest in biotech companies, learn more about workout supplements and other compounds because I am very into working out, and to overall expand my knowledge.

@CmdrHahn 6 жыл бұрын

this was amazing, thank you for sharing!!!! I'm currently working on my transfer degree to a university to major in Biochemical engineering, CANNOT WAIT to learn

@Socratica 6 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful to hear! Good luck on your journey!!

@peaceandlove5214 Жыл бұрын

Complicated subject with interesting explanation,please do more videos because I will study Biochemistry in College this year.

@beatriz6373 4 жыл бұрын

Maravilhoso! Vou, agora, passar o link para meus alunos!

@thesus6326 4 жыл бұрын

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@blackstardragon_ 6 жыл бұрын

Blows my mind every time.

@randomgaygirl Жыл бұрын

I love this so much. I definitely want to make this my career. I absolutely am obsessed with biology.

@Socratica Жыл бұрын

This is so wonderful to hear! Please keep us posted about your journey! 💜🦉

@praneethkarunarathna2462 3 жыл бұрын

your lecture is very close to the heart!

@tufting_worl 2 жыл бұрын

This video inspired me! Thank you for this amazing 5 mins :)

@mazukiflex7214 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, such a natural at fluently expressing her ideas.... #100

@pascalemenard6249 2 жыл бұрын

Your voice is so calming and relaxing !

@emperor8716 Жыл бұрын

this video is so relaxing i could watch it a hundred times

@josephstar1883 2 жыл бұрын

I love how this video is presented! If only all science lessons were thought this way, I would get top grades with a breeze! 😍 The background nature noise, clear simple words used. 😍 You know how to make the topic interesting! I really wish others would teach this way too! 😭 I'm only 55 seconds into the video and am already loving it! Lmao I sound liked I'm getting paid to make this comment xD That's how I honestly feel tho.

@Socratica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! We really loved making these biology videos, and we hope to return to make more for this playlist soon. Be well, Socratica Friend!! 💜🦉

@mihretumenamo275 4 жыл бұрын

You explained Darndestly! I Love you 💕

@cherrythyme1484 3 жыл бұрын

Im currently a second year biochem student and sometimes i get confused on what i'd actually studied lol yet this video helps tho!

@christianwilliams6847 Жыл бұрын

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@fatimaimraan5576 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, ur videos are very easy to understand.

@ekramab1039 2 жыл бұрын

This is sooooo calming

@brunettelagloire7313 6 жыл бұрын

tanks for talking really slow. i clearly understood you. and you are also pretty clair in your explaination

@monalisataihuttu9015 Жыл бұрын

I Love your voice,, 😌😇🥰 its a reason i like a biochemistry.. from the start of the video I've been made very impressed , and again because of your voice and background noise..maybe all fields of science that sometimes make you dizzy, presented like this, I'm sure it will be very helpful to love science more and more. I hope that more and more videos presented like this will make many people watch and learn about the beauty of the world of science .. Thankyuuuu

@Socratica 11 ай бұрын

We're so glad you enjoyed our video! We love making these videos and it's wonderful to hear that they are reaching people! 💜🦉

@alexjose1363 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Its really inspiring!

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! We're glad you enjoyed our video! More biology videos coming soon! :)

@areejanwar6200 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot... I request you to add more content on biology

@idowujeremiah7557 Жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful lesson, please can you make another video on pathway and TCA cycle

@kelvinjonathan4772 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Video.. I would like the Importance of studying Biochemistry if possible..?

@HA-cm3eq 3 жыл бұрын

this is a very useful video! thanks

@gagileyod6106 2 жыл бұрын

Great video :) What would be exact difference between molecular biology and biochemistry?

@bennzilekhuzwayo2480 Жыл бұрын

This is the best explanation ever

@stbelajar 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you biochemistry explanation I like and very useful

@rajandsamuel 7 жыл бұрын

your videos are so interesting to watch...! apart from the informative part, the way you explain it, so clear and admirable

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you are watching!! Thank you for your kind comment. We'd love to hear what other videos you would be interested in - we're writing and filming more videos all the time! :)

@rajandsamuel 7 жыл бұрын

Anything about Biology, Space and English. thanks for asking :) btw, I'm interested in biochem after watching this video seriously, will be following each and every video in this series. I'm so much interested in entrepreneurship, i'm sure many people around are interested in business videos; if possible, please make business related videos

@sanjubahi4739 4 жыл бұрын

I really love to study biochemistry

@alokmurmu7682 Жыл бұрын

Wow ....great explanation love it..

@edgar3516 7 жыл бұрын

You make me remind my mother, in my childhood, THANK YOU

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

That was just lovely to hear, thank you! We're so glad you're watching! :)

@khanderaojogdand8247 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for guiding us

@AA-cg1to 3 жыл бұрын

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@cuteorhotgirl9045 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your information

@hussamm9605 6 жыл бұрын

She reminds of me of Cersei Lannister..but nicer of course

@MasayoMusic 7 жыл бұрын

Look forward to future uploads.

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! More coming soon! :)

@suvadipsana3669 7 жыл бұрын

This was great!...enjoyed.

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you enjoyed our video!! Thanks for letting us know! :) More on the way...

@peaceandlove5214 Жыл бұрын

Today they told me I was accepted to study this branch. I'm very excited.

@SusanLangoyaAkuu 9 ай бұрын

You are a mentor to me💝💞💞I just finished my undergraduate and excited to continue in the field of biochemistry

@Socratica 9 ай бұрын

Congratulations!! So happy to be on this journey with you!!! 💜🦉

@universeusa 7 жыл бұрын

I like your tone of voiced and more. Thanks for the vid.

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment! We're glad you're watching! :)

@universeusa 2 жыл бұрын

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@curtpiazza1688 2 жыл бұрын

Great inspiring intro to biochemistry!

@Socratica 2 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you enjoyed it! It's incredible that all of that goes on in living things!! 💜🦉

@shaziayousaf3850 6 жыл бұрын

Mam thnx my main problem is solve sooo great

@dathuneelapu4179 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic explanation mam

@mantenmukho771 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot mam very helpful 👍👍👍

@ricardojosezelayasanchez91 6 жыл бұрын

i like it i actually will study that

@Socratica 6 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful to hear! :)

@ireallylikehuskies9472 3 жыл бұрын

i think so too, ive always been attracted to certain areas of biology and have always been confused about which branch to follow since i didnt know the name of which part i liked. i was smiling throught the entire video, i just went through ap bio, and i think i found my answer.

@cupcakes4100 5 жыл бұрын

Right into lecture😂 thank you for this explaination. Its helpful and great revision actually. This is much more clearer the most video. Thank you so much. =')

@Socratica 5 жыл бұрын

We're so glad we could help! Thank you for watching! :D

@Mrs.pinkalicious 2 жыл бұрын

After I get my associates degree I’m trying to figure out if I should major in biochemistry or just chemistry when I transfer to university

@azielfernandez4916 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation

@Aroojgull1149 Жыл бұрын

Thank u Mam m watching from Pakistan ur this vedio really help to me to understand biochemistry thanks alot Mam

@sumayyashahid5889 3 жыл бұрын

Your lecture is awesome 😊 but I want depth lecture on these biomolecules.. please share link here... Thanks for such informative lectures ☺️

@Socratica 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind message! We definitely want to continue with this series - fingers crossed we can start it up again in the new year!

@fernhausluv44 4 жыл бұрын

3:48 - Within cells interlinked, within cells interlinked.....

@alhadidahawi8086 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much ❤️❤️😘😘

@thegoodlydragon7452 7 жыл бұрын

All the female presenters at Socratica are gorgeous. I enjoyed this video. I found the ones on abstract algebra difficult to follow, but I like all the geometry ones too. The stochiometry one was helpful.

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

So good to hear from you, Goodly Dragon!! Would love to hear more about what you are studying nowadays. Thanks for visiting!! :)

@thegoodlydragon7452 7 жыл бұрын

Well. Umass Dartmouth is kind of a crazy place full of stupid animals. For instance, I nearly got caught in the crossfires of some halfwits chucking apples at each other. I couldn't handle the stress of the environment so I decided to cease. Now I'm working on getting a job and getting settled before maybe going back to school. Thanks for asking. Keep up the good work.

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We can totally relate!! :) Lots of times in college we locked ourselves in our room and hid from the craziness going on. Nothing wrong with working, getting yourself situated, and thinking about what you really want to study before you invest all that time and money. If only more people did that!! We know so many people who have graduated with degrees they don't really want and tons of debt. :/ Let's make this a great year! :)

@farrah805 7 жыл бұрын

This is so so amazing. When is this series of biochemistry out

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We're so glad to hear you are interested in our Biochemistry series! We are working on it now, and so far there are 6 episodes (including this one) - more on the way! Thanks so much for watching. :) Here's a link to the next video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7-EocSlvdOlmJc.html

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@LTGAzam 3 жыл бұрын

I liked how u explained tnx

@MalakAhmed-vc6sp 5 жыл бұрын

I can to connected with you ? Video is very very smooth and simple Thanks 😊

@nareshbrahmbhatt3458 5 жыл бұрын

after bsc(graduate), msc or if to do Phd what About job salary? and can we work for industries and with good money packages? can you give me the names of best colleges and industries for this field anywhere names to me please.. I am interested and going to take admission in this course

@drunkbitch3234 Жыл бұрын

The most soothing video..i opened it to hate biochemistry, ended up with studying.

@Socratica Жыл бұрын

HAHA victory! Really, thanks for telling us. 💜🦉

@jesuschristislord958 7 жыл бұрын

So sweet thank you!

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching!! :)

@fabiolamaia2186 5 жыл бұрын

Oh my god I love your voice and the way you teach! can you please be my teacher?LOL

@VSNikhilKaser 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mam.....

@kousarsajjad2011 6 жыл бұрын

you are so sweet ma'am i love the way you speak n it was a nice perhaps lovable intro to biochemistry THANKS A LOT.....

@yasamanamoupour2415 4 жыл бұрын

Amezing!

@kanyamagaraabdallah8300 10 ай бұрын

merci a vous

@khansana7002 5 жыл бұрын

How many years a study want for biochemisyry after bsc

@cabdirisaaqdaahir7884 3 жыл бұрын

Good lecturer

@nalindharmarathna7141 2 жыл бұрын

How can i join with ur classes ?

@dollboy4113 2 жыл бұрын

This woman is so intriguing that now I have to study this and learn it

@donjetaabazi8837 3 жыл бұрын

I dont know where to start to study biochemistry i need to pass asap any advice?

@filipve73 7 жыл бұрын

Are there also silicone-based skeleton possible? I suppose there is no need for oxygen consumption in that kind of biochemistry?

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

Great point, Filip - yes! We think of oxidation-reduction reactions being pretty fundamental, but you never know in a different environment...

@filipve73 7 жыл бұрын

I don't believe in Darwinian evolution but the part of natural selection is probably be right, however you should be amazed what living organism will do to survive extreme environments

@existentialcrisis9757 7 жыл бұрын

Lovely!

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

You are so kind, thank you!

@Aliftv24365 3 жыл бұрын

Owsm video polite way vnice....

@sujatamourya8676 7 жыл бұрын

I always like you videos can u tell me more about Biotechnology Please

@Socratica 7 жыл бұрын

We're so glad you are watching! In our Biology series, we will definitely discuss aspects of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. Stay tuned!! :)

@sujatamourya8676 7 жыл бұрын

Thank You!!!

@Chocolate-rw5mh 6 жыл бұрын

Hey guys. I'm a year 9 student wanting to become a biochemist, is this video worth watching so that i can get a better understanding of biochemistry? Or is there another video that you guys can recommend for me?

@gaitsmarialegae8080 5 жыл бұрын

How i getting a job working out for you?