2007-08-08 06:30:24 · 5 answers · asked by DDT 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
All the three above are great advice. I've a few I'd like to add:
1) Do ALL the problems in the ends of the chapters - not just the ones assigned - not only will this make you more prepared for the material - it will prepare you better for the ACS standardized tests (and the GRE's).
2) Build models! Understand R,& S, cis , trans, chair, boat, and see how the stereochemistry changes when a Sn1 or Sn2 reaction happens, E1 happens, E2 happens, etc.
3) Open your book randomly and point your finger to a point in the book. If you know what it's taking about - fine - if you don't re-read that section, and understand it.
4) Study the night before, and wake up early the morning of the test for a quick once over - after that - DON'T LOOK AT THE MATERIAL AGAIN - if you haven't got it by then you won't get it, so just relax, have breakfast, and go take the exam (DON'T DRINK A LOT OF CAFFEINE) - remember, learning is gained by a repeated experience in the overcoming of a succession of failures.
2007-08-08 07:25:11 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Dave P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, the most helpful thing I found when taking Organic Chem was practicing. Do as many problem sets, past exams, and examples as possible. Something about Organic Chem that often gets understated is the fact that most reactions are variations of a few set reactions. If you learn the basic reactions, all you have to do is insert the specific ions or chemicals into the equation. Finally, a really imporant thing to focus on is reagents used to affect reactions. Personally, I think this is the easiest part to learn, and the part that students pay the least attention to. This part is pure memorization, but it is definitely worth the effort.
Good luck, but remember...Organic Chem is definitely NOT as hard as it is made out to be if you put the effort into it. Believe it or not, it can actually be a lot of fun! :)
2007-08-08 13:42:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Study study study. Learn all the reactions and practice them with the study guides your professor hands out. It just takes a lot of work.
2007-08-08 13:36:03 · answer #3 · answered by chlaxman17 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By reading a good text book and a few study guides, by taking notes diligently and by studying well.
2007-08-08 13:36:55 · answer #4 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to class. Keep up, don't wait until the last minute to study. If you don't understand something ask questions until you understand.
2007-08-08 16:19:18 · answer #5 · answered by Jabberwock 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋