biochemicals

/ˌbʌɪəʊˈkɛmɪk(ə)l/

noun

A biochemical substance.

Sulfur is an important nutrient for organisms, as it is a key constituent of certain amino acids, proteins, and other biochemicals.

adjective

Relating to the chemical processes and substances which occur within living organisms.

Waste in landfills decays in physical, chemical, and biochemical processes that may eventually render it environmentally harmless.