In response to the feedback for my alkene reaction cheat sheet I’ve compiled another organic chemistry reference sheet, this time for alkyne reactions. Do NOT simply use this guide to memorize reaction products. Instead use this guide as you study to ensure that you understand mechanisms and recognize reaction sequences. For my Alkyne Reactions Organic […]
Sample Organic Chemistry Preview Calendar
Organic Chemistry is one of the more difficult undergrad courses you’ll face. Notorious for it’s low class averages and high withdrawal rates, this course can impact your GPA negatively if you are not prepared. With your Orgo 1 or 2 course just around the corner, don’t risk starting the semester unprepared. Don’t put yourself in a […]
Organic Chemistry Reaction Map Diagram
Reaction pathway overview for alkene and alkyne reactions including radicals, alcohols, carbonyls, epoxides and grignards. If you find this helpful please click the share buttons above
Organic Chemistry Acid Base Cheat Sheet Study Guide
Acids and bases do not require much math at the organic chemistry level. Instead you will be required to understand what makes a strong acid or weak conjugate base. Your goal is to understand the nature of acidity and basicity so that you can comfortably rank the strong and weak molecules based on structure and […]
Chirality and Stereochemistry Cheat Sheet Study Guide
Chirality is a tough organic chemistry topic. But if you’re reading this, you already know that. Be sure to watch my Chirality and Stereochemistry video series to make sense of chiral atoms, enantiomers, absolute configuration and finding R/S for simple and complex molecules. The cheat sheet below is meant to serve as a study guide […]
Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution Study Guide Cheat Sheet
Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution reactions are one of the more fun topics that you will study in Organic Chemistry. But perhaps you find it tricky due to the sheer volume of information that makes up the big picture. And so, in addition to my EAS Tutorial Video Series I’ve put together a thorough EAS cheat sheet. […]
Alkene Reactions Overview Cheat Sheet – Organic Chemistry
The true key to successful mastery of alkene reactions lies in practice practice practice. However, when you have a homework assignment, quiz,exam around the corner, it helps to have a reaction summary guide for quick reference. That’s why I created this alkene reaction overview. This guide is designed to help you recognize alkene reaction products […]
How to Use Your Organic Chemistry Model Kit
An organic chemistry model kit will be a huge help to understanding this difficult 3-dimensional topic. But where do you draw the line between effective study aid and tedious annoying time-wasting-on-exam crutch? In this video I’ll walk you through how to use your organic chemistry model kit. From the unboxing of my go-to Molecular Visions Model […]
How To Prepare for the ACS Organic Chemistry Exam
The ACS Organic Chemistry final exam is a multiple choice exam taken my many undergraduate level orgo students. Learn what the exam is all about, how to prepare, and how to ensure success despite the overwhelming amount of information and limited testing time.
Top 5 Must-Have Resources For Surviving Organic Chemistry
You’re getting ready for the new semester. And you’re preparing to tackle the beast that is Organic Chemistry. You’ve heard all the rumors about the class, but you need to know where to start and WHAT to have on hand. I’ve got you covered! Organic Chemistry is confusing enough on its own, so I’d like […]