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How to Use Your Organic Chemistry Model Kit

November 1, 2017 By Leah4sci 4 Comments

Organic Chemistry Model Kit by Leah4sci

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 […]

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How To Prepare for the ACS Organic Chemistry Exam

April 25, 2021 By Leah4sci Leave a Comment

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.

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Top 5 Must-Have Resources For Surviving Organic Chemistry

December 29, 2013 By Leah4sci 8 Comments

Organic Chemistry Resources

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 […]

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Sample Organic Chemistry Preview Calendar

June 30, 2015 By Leah4sci 17 Comments

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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 […]

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Organic Chemistry Study Schedule

September 22, 2018 By Leah4sci 2 Comments

Organic Chemistry Study Schedule by Leah Fisch

Organic Chemistry is hard enough on its own, don’t let it take over your schedule too! Learn how to create a balanced study schedule that focuses enough on organic chemistry so that you can ace it, but ALSO gives you time for everything else! In this video see how to balance studying for orgo, other classes, work, family, personal time, and […]

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Orgo Oxidation Reduction Reactions Study Guide Cheat Sheet

February 8, 2020 By Leah4sci 15 Comments

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Oxidation and reduction reactions in organic chemistry can get very confusing very quickly due to the sheer volume of reaction types and chemical reagents involved. To help you keep track of these reactions and reagents I’ve put together the Oxidation/Reduction Study Guide Cheat Sheet Below. This guide is the result of hours of work, so […]

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Alkene Reactions Overview Cheat Sheet – Organic Chemistry

July 5, 2019 By Leah4sci 153 Comments

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 […]

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Functional Group Priority Cheat Sheet

August 8, 2016 By Leah4sci 12 Comments

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When it comes to naming organic compounds, a molecule with a single functional group is easy. Simply follow the puzzle piece approach to naming organic compounds. What happens when you have more than one functional group present on the molecule? That’s where this Functional Group Priority cheat sheet (scroll down) comes in. Find the highest […]

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Aromatic Compounds Study Guide Cheat Sheet

April 2, 2015 By Leah4sci 19 Comments

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When it comes to naming Aromatic compounds in organic chemistry, you will be required to know both common and IUPAC names. My Naming Aromatic Compounds videos teach you how to approach nomenclature. or CLICK HERE for my entire 21-video series on Naming Organic Compounds. However, students often ask me for a list of ‘required’ or ‘common’ […]

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Periodic Table Printable

September 7, 2012 By Leah4sci 1 Comment

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Chemistry and Organic Chemistry Reference Table Print this periodic table and store it your book/notes to keep as a handy and colorful reference. My graphic artist went all out to help your course be just a little less boring! Enjoy! PDF: Click on the Periodic table below to open as a PDF; then hit Print in […]

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