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MCAT Basics Podcast
Psychological Disorders
In this episode, we dive into psychological disorders, a crucial topic for the Psych/Soc section of the MCAT. We’ll start by defining what a psychological disorder is, highlighting key concepts like significant stress and deviant behavior, and discussing how they’re…
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DNA Mutations and Repair
In this episode, we focus on DNA mutations and repair, a key topic for the Bio/Biochem section of the MCAT. We’ll cover the different types of mutations, including point mutations, insertions, and deletions, and explain how they occur due to…
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Social Institutions
In this episode, we focus on the structure and role of key social institutions for the MCAT Psych/Soc section. We’ll break down the five major institutions—health and medicine, education, family, religion, and government—and explain how each shapes societal norms and…
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Aromatic Compounds
In this episode, we break down aromatic compounds, a crucial topic for the Biochem and Chem/Phys sections of the MCAT. You’ll learn what makes a compound aromatic, how to identify them using Huckel’s Rule, and the difference between aromatic, antiaromatic,…
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Aging
Aging is an essential topic for the MCAT, and in this episode, we’ll explore it from multiple angles. We start with the biological aspects of aging, including key processes like telomere shortening, cell senescence, and mitochondrial dysfunction—each providing insight into…
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The Doppler Effect
The Doppler effect is a crucial concept for the MCAT, particularly in the Chemistry & Physics section. We’ll explore how the Doppler effect occurs when a wave source moves relative to an observer, affecting the observed frequency and wavelength. Using…
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Molecular Structure and Absorption Spectra
In this episode, we cover molecular structure and the key spectroscopy techniques you need to know for the MCAT. We’ll explore the intricacies of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy, breaking down the chemical shifts and spin-splitting essentials for understanding hydrogen and…
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Personality
In this episode, we focus on personality and the theories relevant for the MCAT. We’ll cover key perspectives, such as psychoanalytic theory, humanistic theory, and trait theory, along with the influence of social cognitive and biological factors on personality development.…
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Viruses
In this episode, we cover the topic of viruses. We explore a comprehensive range of subtopics including the definition and structure of viruses, their life cycles, and the differences between transduction and transfection. We also discuss virus classification, viral mutations,…
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Work and Energy
In this episode, we cover the topic of work and energy. We’ll start off by talking about work, which includes the mathematical and conceptual definitions and the sign convention of work. We’ll also talk a little bit about mechanical advantage…
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