An introduction to the chemistry of living systems: protein conformation, principles of biochemical preparation techniques, enzyme mechanisms and kinetics, bioenergetics, intermediary metabolism, and molecular genetics. Prerequisite: CHEM 032. Natural sciences and engineering practicum. One laboratory period weekly. 1 credit. Spring 2023. Fera. Spring 2024. Fera. Spring 2025. Staff. Catalog chapter: Chemistry and Biochemistry Department website: http://www.swarthmore.edu/chemistry-biochemistry