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MCAT Basics Podcast
Acids and Bases
Acids and bases are foundational topics in chemistry, crucial for understanding various biological and chemical systems you’ll encounter in the MCAT. In this episode, host Sam Smith discusses the selection and use of indicators in titrations to the pH at…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
The Nervous System
A foundational topic for the MCAT is the nervous system, appearing in several exam sections and impacting everything from neurotransmission to brain structure. In this episode, Sam Smith walks us through the nervous system, covering its major components and functions.…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Amino Acids
Amino acids are the building blocks of life and an essential topic for the MCAT. In this episode, host Sam Smith takes us through the key concepts of amino acids, including their structures, naming conventions, and roles in protein formation.…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Gluconeogenesis
One of the body’s key survival mechanisms is gluconeogenesis, a vital metabolic process, and the body’s clever way of making glucose when supplies are low. On this episode of the MCAT Basics podcast, guest host Alex Starks walks through the…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Electron Transport Chain
The electron transport chain is a fundamental pathway in biochemistry, critical for understanding the energy production that powers cellular function. In this episode, guest host Alex Starks breaks down the intricate process of the electron transport chain (ETC). Building on…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
The Krebs Cycle
One of the most fundamental biochemical processes is the Krebs cycle. This metabolic pathway plays a critical role in both the Chem Phys and Bio/Biochem sections of the MCAT, so understanding it is key. In this episode, our guest host,…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Glycolysis
In this episode, guest host Alex Starks introduces the Metabolism series by examining glycolysis, a fundamental biochemical pathway for energy production. The discussion covers glucose digestion, the role of insulin and glucose transporters, and the step-by-step breakdown of glucose within…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Biosignaling
In this episode, we focus on biosignaling and cover how cells communicate through systems like voltage-gated and ligand-gated ion channels, using real-world examples such as neuronal signaling and muscle contraction. We also break down the role of enzyme-linked receptors, specifically…
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MCAT Basics Podcast
Gas Phase
In this episode, guest host Alex Starks dives into Gas-Phase Concepts for the MCAT. He breaks down the physical properties of gases, explores the ideal gas law, and unpacks the ABCD laws of gases. Alex also covers key conditions that…
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The Lymphatic System
In this episode, we focus on the lymphatic system, a crucial topic for the Bio/Biochem section of the MCAT. We’ll cover the structure of the lymphatic system, including lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and major organs such as the bone marrow…
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