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Acid/Base Titration Chemistry: A Step by Step Guide (Part One- Strong Acids and Bases)
Acid–base titrations are one of the most common (and most tested) topics in chemistry — from high school and AP Chemistry to first-year university and even the MCAT .The good news? Once you understand the logic behind titrations, they become very systematic and predictable. This guide breaks titrations down in a way that actually makes sense. What Is an Acid–Base Titration? An acid–base titration is a lab technique used to determine the unknown concentration of an acid o
Meenakshi Gopakumar
7 days ago2 min read


MCAT Math Made Simple – How to Do Calculations Without a Calculator
One of the biggest surprises for MCAT students is realizing there’s no calculator allowed . Yet the MCAT heavily tests math in C/P and occasionally B/B. The key is learning MCAT-style math , not traditional math. What Kind of Math Is on the MCAT? Common topics include: Scientific notation Exponents and logarithms Unit conversions Ratios and proportions Estimation Graph interpretation 1) Estimate Whenever Possible MCAT answers are usually far apart numerically . Example:3.2 ×
Meenakshi Gopakumar
Dec 19, 20252 min read


The Ultimate MCAT B/B Study Guide (Biology & Biochemistry)- Ion Prep
The MCAT Biology and Biochemistry (B/B) section is often considered one of the most content-heavy sections of the exam. While many students assume it’s “just memorization,” high scorers know that success in B/B comes from understanding systems, experimental logic, and data interpretation . This MCAT B/B study guide breaks down exactly how to study efficiently and score higher. What’s Tested in MCAT B/B? The B/B section focuses on high-yield topics like: Cellular and molecular
Meenakshi Gopakumar
Dec 19, 20252 min read


How to Study for MCAT C/P- A Guide
For many Canadian and US premed students , the MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations (C/P) section is the most stressful part of the exam. Heavy on Physics, Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, and MCAT Math, C/P challenges even high-achieving science students. The good news? It is one of the most straightforward sections to improve with the right strategy! MCAT C/P is less about memorization and more about applying fundamentals under time pressure . It covers: First-year
Meenakshi Gopakumar
Dec 14, 20253 min read


Are You Overreacting? Understanding Limiting and Excess Reactants in Chemical Reactions
In the captivating world of chemistry, understanding how different substances interact is vital. One of the key concepts to grasp is the...
Meenakshi Gopakumar
Mar 29, 20253 min read


Stoichiometry- Chemistry Simplified!
If you're a high school student in Chemistry, you're diving into stoichiometry, and you either love it or hate it. Some students are all...
Meenakshi Gopakumar
Mar 27, 20253 min read
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