PCAT Prep Plus 2018-2019 (Kaplan Test Prep)

1580 Pages·040.81 MB·English

by  Kaplan Test Prep

PCAT® Prep Plus
2018–2019
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Table of Contents
PCAT® Prep Plus 2018–2019
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Kaplan Online
Note to International Students
How to Use This Book
Section I: PCAT Strategies
Chapter 1: Introduction to the PCAT
The Computer-Based Test
Content
Scoring
What the PCAT Really Tests
The PCAT Mindset
Chapter 2: Studying Effectively
Creating a Study Plan
How to Study
Section II: Writing
Chapter 3: Test Strategies
Kaplan Question Strategy
Test Timing
Noteboard Strategies
Kaplan’s Top Ten PCAT Strategies
Chapter 4: The PCAT Essay
Kaplan’s 5-Step Method for The Writing Sample
Writing Sample Scoring
Chapter 5: Usage and Style
Be Concise
Be Concise: Answers to Exercises
Be Forceful
Be Forceful: Answers to Exercises
Be Correct: Grammar
Be Correct: Grammar: Answers to Exercises
Be Correct: Punctuation
Be Correct: Punctuation: Answers to Exercises
List of Commonly Misused Words
Chapter 6: Practice Prompts
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Practice Prompts
Sample Student Responses
Section III: Biological Processes
Chapter 7: Biological Processes Strategies
Chapter 8: Cellular Biology
Cell Theory and Structure
Cellular Transport
Cell Division
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 9: Molecular Biology
Respiration
Glucose Catabolism
Alternate Energy Sources
Enzymes
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 10: Genetics
Mendelian Genetics
Non-Mendelian Inheritance Patterns
Genetic Anomalies
Bacterial Genetics
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 11: Evolution
Theories of Evolution
Components of Evolution
Evidence of Evolution
Origin and Early Evolution of Life
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 12: Microorganisms
Microbiology
Microbial Ecology
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 13: Medical Microbiology
Transmission
Pharmaceuticals
Review Problems
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Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 14: Integument and Immune Systems
The Integumentary System
The Immune System
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 15: Nervous System
Neuron
Organization of the Nervous System
Special Senses
The Ear
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 16: Skeletal and Muscular Systems
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 17: Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
The Heart
Blood Vessels
Blood
Functions of the Circulatory System
The Respiratory System
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 18: Digestive System
Digestive Tract
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 19: Excretory System
Kidneys
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 20: Endocrine System
Endocrine Glands
Mechanism of Hormone Action
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 21: Reproductive System
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Sexual Reproduction
Male Reproductive System
Female Reproductive System
Embryology
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 22: Biological Processes Practice Passages
Practice Passages
Solutions to Practice Passages
Section IV: General Chemistry
Chapter 23: Chemical Processes Strategies
Chapter 24: Atomic Structure
Subatomic Particles
Mass Number and Isotopes
Bohr’s Model of the Hydrogen Atom
Quantum Mechanical Model of Atoms
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 25: The Periodic Table
Periodic Properties of the Elements
Types of Elements
Ions
The Chemistry of Groups
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 26: Chemical Bonding
Bonding
Ionic Bonds
Covalent Bonds
The Intermolecular Forces
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 27: Stoichiometry
Molecules and Moles
Representation of Compounds
Balancing Equations
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 28: Solutions
Nature of Solutions
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Concentration
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 29: Reaction Types
Types of Chemical Reactions
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 30: Chemical Kinetics
Reaction Mechanisms
Reaction Rates
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 31: Equilibrium
Law of Mass Action
Properties of the Equilibrium Constant
Le Châtelier’s Principle
Solution Equilibria
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 32: Phase Changes
Gases
Liquids
Solids
Phase Equilibria
Phase Diagrams
Colligative Properties
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 33: Gas Laws
Ideal Gases
Real Gases
Dalton’s Law of Partial Pressures
Kinetic Molecular Theory of Gases
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 34: Acids and Bases
Definitions
Nomenclature of Arrhenius Acids
Properties of Acids and Bases
Salt Formation
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Polyvalence and Normality
Amphoteric Species
Titration and Buffers
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 35: Nuclear Chemistry
Nuclei
Nuclear Reactions and Decay
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Section V: Organic Chemistry
Chapter 36: Structural Formulas
Alkanes
Multiple Bonds
Substituted Alkanes
Summary of Functional Groups
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 37: Isomers
Structural Isomerism
Stereoisomerism
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 38: Bonding
Atomic Orbitals
Molecular Orbitals
Hybridization
Bonding Summary
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 39: Alkanes
Nomenclature
Physical Properties
Substitution Reactions of Alkanes
Additional Reactions of Alkanes
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 40: Alkenes and Alkynes
Alkenes
Nomenclature of Alkenes
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Physical Properties of Alkenes
Synthesis of Alkenes
Reactions of Alkenes
Alkynes
Nomenclature of Alkynes
Physical Properties of Alkynes
Synthesis of Alkynes
Reactions of Alkynes
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 41: Aromatic Compounds
Nomenclature
Properties
Reactions
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 42: Alcohols and Ethers
Nomenclature of Alcohols
Physical Properties of Alcohols
Overview of Alcohols
Synthesis of Alcohols
Reactions of Alcohols
Ethers
Nomenclature of Ethers
Physical Properties
Synthesis of Ethers
Reactions
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 43: Aldehydes and Ketones
Nomenclature
Physical Properties
Overview of Aldehydes and Ketones
Synthesis of Aldehydes and Ketones
Reactions of Aldehydes and Ketones
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 44: Carboxylic Acids
Nomenclature
Physical Properties
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Synthesis
Reactions
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 45: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
Acyl Halides
Anhydrides
Esters
Amides
Summary of Reactions
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 46: Amines
Nomenclature of Amines
Properties of Amines
Synthesis of Amines
Reactions of Amines
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 47: Spectroscopy
Infrared Spectroscopy
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy
Mass Spectrometry
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Section VI: Biochemistry
Chapter 48: DNA and RNA
Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid
Ribonucleic Acid
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 49: Proteins
Amino Acids
Peptides
Proteins
Review Problems
Solutions to Review Problems
Chapter 50: Lipids
Structural Lipids
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