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How to Study Biology (Advice)

How to Study Biology (Advice)

I often hear from students that Biology is a hard class. While it may be challenging, anyone is capable of learning biology. It is not a matter of smart or not. It is a matter of time spent and effort. It does take some work. Learning biology might b

how_mendel   2058   N/A

how_mendel

is a pharmacy technician certification good for all states or just where you took the test?

is a pharmacy technician certification good for all states or just where you took the test?

next year i will be applying to pharmacy school and i want to be a certified tech this summer before i apply so it will be on my CV. i live in one state and plan on taking the PTCE here, but currently go to college in another. i plan to work as tech

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Tiffany_m15

what major would help me score high on the MCAT?

what major would help me score high on the MCAT?

santa clara university offers an actual pre-medicine degree.or should i take something in biological sciences. or would a biomedical degree be best instead?

003200222   647   3 Replies

11vizzinim

Would calculus based physics better prepare you more for the MCAT than general physics?

Would calculus based physics better prepare you more for the MCAT than general physics?

I am aware that there isn't any calculus on the MCAT exam. But I have been told different things concerning the physics section of the exam. Some people say that the calculus based allows you to better understand the in-depth concepts of physics, to

007   844   2 Replies

100442937

Is it possible to score above a 32 on the MCAT without doing one of those $2000 courses?

Is it possible to score above a 32 on the MCAT without doing one of those $2000 courses?

Is it possible to score above a 32 on the MCAT without doing one of those $2000 courses?

007   385   1 Reply

1234567

Is studying Latin good for preparation for the Verbal part of MCAT?

Is studying Latin good for preparation for the Verbal part of MCAT?

I wanted to know if individuals who study Latin have an edge on doing well on the Verbal portion of the MCAT or medical school in general.  Thanks in advance.

007   756   3 Replies

SmokeyV4L

how much harder is the MCAT than the SAT?

how much harder is the MCAT than the SAT?

I know they're different, but do I need to work really harder for the MCAT than I did for the SAT, I didn't start preparing for the MCAT yet but I'm getting ready to start and just wanted to know how harder it is than the SAT.

007nahid   618   4 Replies

040408

Med school and mcat as international student?

Med school and mcat as international student?

Im in high school, going to do IB (living in Finland).
What is the system in US with med school.
How long does the study take and when is mcat taken?
Is it only provided in US?
Or can it be taken also in other countries like SAT?
Thank you.

007nahid   434   1 Reply

10684

Do medical schools even consider you if your MCAT score is way above a 30 but your gpa is a 3.4?

Do medical schools even consider you if your MCAT score is way above a 30 but your gpa is a 3.4?

Do medical schools even consider you if your MCAT score is way above a 30 but your gpa is a 3.4?? Which medical schools in the United States are the EASIEST to get into??
NO I'm not Black.

00destroyer1   405   2 Replies

0923849023u59

Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?

Can I start to study for the MCAT now, and what are some good books for MCAT prep?

oh and by the way im going to college i have 4 years so you think its good idea if i will study now?

00destroyer1   838   6 Replies

1006471

Is it advisable to do this, for an MCAT?

Is it advisable to do this, for an MCAT?

Should I like use Multiple books for MCAT prep. as in, finish practising from one book then grab a totallly different book (different publisher) and study from that etc.?
I really want to score high on the MCAT and I am willing to do almost anything.

0103325   467   4 Replies

11briderk

What classes will prepare me with the MCAT?

What classes will prepare me with the MCAT?

Besides Bio I & II, Chm I & II, Org I & II, Phy I & II. What other classes are recommended to take to help with the MCAT. Genetics? Human Ana? Molecular Bio?

Are they BCMPs?

011jos   429   2 Replies

12345

Can I apply to Med school without taking the MCAT?

Can I apply to Med school without taking the MCAT?

I'm a junior at Troy U, and I know that I should've already taken the MCAT but am just not prepared at the moment. I plan on taking it probably at the beginning of next year in which I will be a senior. Any advice???

0248   394   3 Replies

007305jose

A reaction where methane and oxygen react to form carbon dioxide and water...

A reaction where methane and oxygen react to form carbon dioxide and water...

A reaction where methane and oxygen react to form carbon dioxide and water
produces 1485.06 kJ of heat.  If the reactants are in stoichiometric amounts, with how
many grams of methane and with how many grams of oxygen did you start and how
many grams

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007

do u have to finish the whole bachelor of health science program before you take the mcat?

do u have to finish the whole bachelor of health science program before you take the mcat?

iv heard that u must finish this whole program first before you can take the mcat is that true?

0501   426   4 Replies

00destroyer1

What are some specific science fields that require the MCAT? (e.g. Pharmacist?)?

What are some specific science fields that require the MCAT? (e.g. Pharmacist?)?

Oh my mistake there on the pharmacist.
My son wants to be an anthropologist when he grows up, so it looks like it does not "require" the MCAT

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07altima07

How should I write my essays in MCAT in order to do well?

How should I write my essays in MCAT in order to do well?

How should I write my essays in MCAT in order to do well?

06Ralph   557   1 Reply

040408

Does a degree in Pharmacy prepare you to write the MCAT?

Does a degree in Pharmacy prepare you to write the MCAT?

I was wondering whether undertaking pharmacy courses would prepare me on the material that will be tested on the MCAT. Usually you hear about how people take more life sciences classes to prepare for the MCAT, but could taking Pharmacy courses equall

06scottmandy   707   2 Replies

109warhawk

What are the type of questions on the MCAT? Are all conceptual based on readings or calculations too?

What are the type of questions on the MCAT? Are all conceptual based on readings or calculations too?

I was wondering if it is comparable to a Chemistry class, for example (tedious calculations, formulas, etc.).  Do questions require formulas to use and are these formulas provided or expected to be known?
I was wondering if it is comparable to a Chem

07altima07   596   N/A

07altima07

What to med school's look at for admission other than the MCAT?

What to med school's look at for admission other than the MCAT?

Just wondering if they expect anything extra like, volunteering or work experience or anything im still in high school and im looking into being a family doctor.

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1234567

Leaving tonight to go write my MCAT, any last minute words of wisdom?

Leaving tonight to go write my MCAT, any last minute words of wisdom?

5 hour drive and I write in the morning, biggest test so far in my life.

08211112   524   6 Replies

1108

What equations/constants are given on the MCAT?

What equations/constants are given on the MCAT?

I'd like to know what I don't have to memorize. I can't find this info in any of my kaplan books.

08211112   1106   1 Reply

1234

what's the best way to prepare for the MCAT? are there any helpful websites that i can go to or something?

what's the best way to prepare for the MCAT? are there any helpful websites that i can go to or something?

what's the best way to prepare for the MCAT? are there any helpful websites that i can go to or something?

08211112   567   5 Replies

123123

How old do your MCAT scores have to be before they're "too old" to use?

How old do your MCAT scores have to be before they're "too old" to use?

Let's say I'm planning on taking the MCAT junior year, but I don't plan on applying until the next cycle after senior year. Will I have to retake it?

08271989   570   1 Reply

104

What is the most difficut thing about the MCAT?

What is the most difficut thing about the MCAT?

I just want to know why so many college students find the MCAT so difficult.
Is it the content? the time limit? the structure?
please provide as much detailed info as possible.
Thanks

08271989   415   2 Replies

01svtcobra

how can a Physician Assistant become a doctor without doing all 4 years of medical school and the MCAT?

how can a Physician Assistant become a doctor without doing all 4 years of medical school and the MCAT?

how can a Physician Assistant become a doctor without doing all 4 years of medical school and the MCAT?

0923849023u59   1216   4 Replies

002881

What does it take to get a decent score (>/= 30) on the MCAT?

What does it take to get a decent score (>/= 30) on the MCAT?

Please answer if you got a decent score on your MCAT. How much studying did you do? How did you study (books, methods, etc.)? Please help. I'm a student trying to get into med school. Thank you.

09mohamf   321   1 Reply

007nahid

How do I ace the MCAT?

How do I ace the MCAT?

I am getting ready to take the Medical College Admittance Test (MCAT) and I need advice on how to ace it. Please say nothing if you don't know what I am talking about.

0fff   825   5 Replies

1234

What is the best MCAT prep book?

What is the best MCAT prep book?

I'm interested in subject books and all-inclusive books. Which books have you found to be most helpful? I've looked mostly at the Princeton Review books and the Kaplan books. I'm grateful for any opinions!

0fff   952   3 Replies

110791

Can someone take the Mcat without a bachelors degree?

Can someone take the Mcat without a bachelors degree?

instead they have an associates degree in biology only

1 jersey girl   421   5 Replies

108779

How did you study for the MCAT and what was your score? What school did you get excepted into?

How did you study for the MCAT and what was your score? What school did you get excepted into?

I'm a bit anxious about taking that test.  I'm not there yet but I will be soon.  Nail bittingly soon.  Now is the time for me to start preparing.  How did you prepare for the test? l Did anyone choose to retake it?

100442937   758   4 Replies

01wendywang

What score do I need on the MCAT to get into med school?

What score do I need on the MCAT to get into med school?

What score do I need on the MCAT to get into med school?

102228r   740   3 Replies

liz77

I got a great MCAT score, but maybe I am too old for medical school. I am 37. What are your thoughts?

I got a great MCAT score, but maybe I am too old for medical school. I am 37. What are your thoughts?

I am just having 2nd thoughts. Should I quit a job I enjoy doing and follow my dream of becoming a doctor? I make good money now. But it is not about money. It never was. It's about never quitting on a dream. But maybe I am too old for chasing dream

1023ersin   755   8 Replies

098741

Are you provided with a periodic table of elements on the MCAT?

Are you provided with a periodic table of elements on the MCAT?

If so, to what extent is the specificity of the table? By that I mean is it a basic chart depicting only weight and atomic number, or is it more precise with the A, Z, E, and C numbers too? (I'm assuming that you all know what those are).
I would pr

1029384756   631   1 Reply

12009

Is the princeton review or kaplan center better for MCAT prep in College Station, Tx ?

Is the princeton review or kaplan center better for MCAT prep in College Station, Tx ?

Is the princeton review or kaplan center better for MCAT prep in College Station, Tx ?

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0501

After taking the MCAT test to try to get into Medical school how long before you know the score of your test?

After taking the MCAT test to try to get into Medical school how long before you know the score of your test?

My cousin just took the MCAT and I want to know how long it will be before she will know how how well she did on it?
I think it takes at least a few weeks but some people said it takes months?   Does anyone know how long it takes after you take the M

108779   1535   3 Replies

liz77

Where is blood pressure the lowest, (art, vein, cap, etc), +where is blood velocity the lowest?its mcat? type?

Where is blood pressure the lowest, (art, vein, cap, etc), +where is blood velocity the lowest?its mcat? type?

I was wondering where the blood pressure is the lowest in the circulatory system, would it be the pulmonary artery, veins, capillaries? also where would blood velocity be the lowest? thanks!
on an aamc test (old MCAT) it said that veins have lower BP

10skim   20685   3 Replies

007

I take the MCAT in a few months. How did you prepare for it? Can you give me a few tips and pointers? Thank yo

I take the MCAT in a few months. How did you prepare for it? Can you give me a few tips and pointers? Thank yo

I take the MCAT in a few months. How did you prepare for it? Can you give me a few tips and pointers? Thank yo

112233   537   5 Replies

10skim

If you have a degree in philosophy, and ace your MCAT's can you get into Medical School?

If you have a degree in philosophy, and ace your MCAT's can you get into Medical School?

I've had a great awakening in what I want to do with my life, become a Surgeon! I will do another 4 years of undergraduate as Pre-Med if I have too. But do I?

11briderk   524   3 Replies

123456789

When are they coming out with the 2009 editions of the MCAT study books? Should I buy the 2008 ones?

When are they coming out with the 2009 editions of the MCAT study books? Should I buy the 2008 ones?

When are they coming out with the 2009 editions of the MCAT study books? Should I buy the 2008 ones?

11briderk   350   1 Reply

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