Eukaryotes for the MCAT: Help and Review - Videos & Lessons

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The Eukaryotes chapter of this Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) Help and Review course is the simplest way to master eukaryotic organisms. This chapter uses simple and fun videos that are about five minutes long, plus lesson quizzes and a chapter exam to ensure students learn the essentials of eukaryotes.

Who's it for?

Anyone who needs help preparing for the science section of the MCAT exam will benefit from taking this course. You will be able to grasp the subject matter faster, retain critical knowledge longer and earn better grades. You're in the right place if you:

Have fallen behind in understanding what differentiates eukaryotes from prokaryotes.
Need an efficient way to learn about eukaryotes.
Learn best with engaging auditory and visual tools.
Struggle with learning disabilities or learning differences, including autism and ADHD.
Experience difficulty understanding your teachers.
Missed class time and need to catch up.
Can't access extra MCAT science preparation resources at school.

How it works:

Start at the beginning, or identify the topics that you need help with.
Watch and learn from fun videos, reviewing as needed.
Refer to the video transcripts to reinforce your learning.
Test your understanding of each lesson with short quizzes.
Submit questions to one of our instructors for personalized support if you need extra help.
Verify you're ready by completing the Eukaryotes chapter exam.

Why it works:

Study Efficiently: Skip what you know, review what you don't.
Retain What You Learn: Engaging animations and real-life examples make topics easy to grasp.
Be Ready on Test Day: Use the Eukaryotes chapter exam to be prepared.
Get Extra Support: Ask our subject-matter experts any relevant question. They're here to help!
Study With Flexibility: Watch videos on any web-ready device.

Students will review:

In this chapter, you'll learn the answers to questions including:

How do eukaryotes and prokaryotes differ from each other?
What are some of the physical characteristics of chromosomes?
How are chromosomes structured?
What factors oversee gene expression in eukaryotes?

4 Lessons in Chapter 28: Eukaryotes for the MCAT: Help and Review

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1. Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells: Similarities and Differences

Eukaryotes are cells that have a nucleus and other organelles while prokaryotes are cells that do not have any organelles. Explore the many other similiarities and differences between these two cell types and discover their purposes.

2. Parts of a Chromosome & Their Roles

Chromosomes are made of a number of multiple parts with different roles. Learn about the parts of a chromosome and their function, including the centromere, chromosomal arm, and telomere.

3. How is DNA Organized into Chromosomes? - Structure & Function

DNA is organized into chromosomes and even further organized within those chromosomes. Explore the structure of chromosomes, the function of DNA, and learn about genes and their role in DNA.

4. What is a Nucleolus? - Definition & Function

The nucleolus is involved in the production of ribosomal subunits which combine to form complete ribosomes. Learn about the nucleolus, its locations and functions, through a definition, and explore how ribosomes are produced by cells without nuclei.

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