Chemistry and biology of primary metabolism. Synthesis, biosynthesis and degradation of carbohydrates, nucleotides, and proteins are compared and contrasted by studying reaction mechanisms and catalysis. Three lectures, one lab; one term Prerequisite(s): One of CHEM 2BB3, 2OB3, 2OD3, CHEM BIO 2OB3 Antirequisite(s): CHEM 3FF3 May be offered in alternate years.