2006-08-27 14:38:32 · 6 answers · asked by smarin1987 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Flashcards work well for like functional groups and stuff but when it comes to reactions just do your homework like 5 times. Seriously. I know it takes a lot of time but you will begin to understand those reactions and know them on the test. Good luck in organic!
2006-08-27 15:58:20 · answer #1 · answered by BeC 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two ways to really learn O-Chem.
1. Memorize all the reactions covered until you can regurgitate them in your sleep.
2. Learn the rules and logic of how electrons move between bonds. Then you can figure out how a reaction will go.
Some people are better at 1 and others 2.
Good Luck,
Pabs
2006-08-27 14:46:04 · answer #2 · answered by Pablito 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dude, y not get the Periodic Table tattooed on your arm - kinda like that dude in Prison Break? Just don't go scolding yerself, else the elmenets mgiht get all sutffed up!
2006-08-27 19:02:07 · answer #3 · answered by hornbag1970 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I made flash cards, detailing each reaction. It helped me a good bit, instead of having to always read the textbook.
2006-08-28 04:07:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
suck up to the professor.
Other than that- the only way is to memorize hundreds of mechanisms of reactions.
2006-08-27 14:43:59 · answer #5 · answered by Morey000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pay attention
2006-08-27 14:43:33 · answer #6 · answered by pahump1@verizon.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋