A short introductory biochemistry text for non-biochemistry majors in first or second year who have a basic knowledge of biology and chemistry. This new edition includes new material on molecular biology topics and added information on nutrition and agricultural applications. Each of the four parts opens with an eminent scientist to make the material interesting and highly accessible. As in previous editions, numerous study aids such as an annotated bibliography and chapter overviews, combined with summary and review questions and plentiful end-of-chapter problems ensure that students´ thinking is focused on key concepts. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.