Biochemistry Mnemonics and Tips

1. Remember the mnemonic "VANTA" to remember the four main components of biochemistry: Vitamins, Amino acids, Nucleotides, and Trace elements. 2. When learning about biochemical processes, think of breaking it down into the ABC's: Activation, Breakdown, and Conversion. 3. When learning the enzymes involved in a biochemical reaction, remember the mnemonic "FATS": Fatty acid, Amino acid, Triacylglycerol, and Sucrose. 4. To remember the four types of metabolic pathways, use the mnemonic "CATC": Catabolism, Anabolism, Transport, and Conversion. 5. Remember the mnemonic "ARMS" when learning about hormones: Adrenaline, Retinol, Melatonin, and Steroid. 6. To remember the four types of macromolecules, use the mnemonic "CARB": Carbohydrates, Amino Acids, RNA, and Lipids. 7. When learning about amino acid synthesis, think of the mnemonic "GATP": Glutamate, Alanine, Threonine, and Proline. 8. To remember the four basic components of proteins, use the mnemonic "TASK": Tryptophan, Alanine, Serine, and Lysine.