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PCAT Writing Section

The Writing section of the test is your chance to demonstrate how adept you are at conveying a point clearly and concisely in essay form. Essays are assigned a score by two graders, each from 1–6, with 6 representing the highest score possible for a superior essay. Scores of 0 (invalid) are assigned to writing […]

PCAT Question Strategies

Even someone with perfect knowledge of all the science and math on the PCAT is unlikely to achieve a perfect score without adequate test strategies. Understanding the PCAT question formats and having a clear plan for how to tackle each question while finishing every section on time can be just as important as content knowledge. […]

What's Tested on the CISM Exam?

CISM, which stands for Certified Information Security Manager, is a certification provided by ISACA (Information Systems Council Audit and Control Association) that indicates the ability of an individual to merge information security with the business goals of a company. The CISM exam is one step in the process of becoming a fully-certified CISM.    The […]

What is the CISM Certification?

CISM, which stands for Certified Information Security Manager, is a certification provided by ISACA (Information Systems Council Audit and Control Association) that indicates the ability of an individual to merge information security with the business goals of a company. It emphasizes how management skills relate to IT security. It’s perfect for anyone in the infosec […]

AP Biology Notes: Biodiversity, Behavior, and Ecology

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. Monera: The kingdom of bacteria (no longer used under the three […]

AP Biology Notes: Evolution

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. Natural selection: Process by which organisms best adapted to their environment […]

AP Biology Notes: Cell Development and Inheritance

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. Fertilization: The fusion of the sperm and egg to produce a […]

AP Biology Notes: Molecular Genetics

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. DNA: Deoxyribonucleic acid; found in the cell nucleus, its basic unit […]

AP Biology Notes: The Cell Cycle and Homeostasis

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. Somatic cell: Any cell that is not a reproductive cell Interphase: […]

AP Biology Notes: Enzymes, Metabolism, and Cell Communication

Remember that the AP Biology exam tests you on the depth of your knowledge, not just your ability to recall facts. While we have provided brief definitions here, you will need to know these terms in even more depth for the AP Biology exam. Enzyme: An organic catalyst; typically, a protein Substrate: A substance that […]