🧬 TDT Enzyme in DNA Synthesis: Role, Mechanism, and Importance
Discover how the TDT enzyme contributes to DNA synthesis by adding nucleotides during repair and recombination. Learn its function, mechanism, and relevance in immunology and genetic variability.
🧬 Circular Representation of the Genetic Code: Cracking the Blueprint of Life
Explore how the circular genetic code chart simplifies DNA translation. Learn codon function, amino acid mapping, and how this concept appears on the MCAT.
🧬 Glycogen Storage Diseases: Mnemonics, Pathways, and Step 1 Clues
Learn the types, enzyme defects, and mnemonics for glycogen storage diseases. Ace your USMLE with KOTC visuals, clinical vignettes, and key patterns.
🩺 How to Balance Step 2 CK Prep During Clinical Rotations
Struggling to find time for Step 2 CK while on rotations? This guide shows medical students how to study smart and stay consistent during clerkships.
Gluconeogenesis: Making Glucose When You’re Fasting – MCAT Essentials
Master gluconeogenesis for the MCAT with King of the Curve. Learn where it happens, key enzymes, substrates, and how it differs from glycolysis.
DNA Transcription on the MCAT: Steps, Enzymes, and High-Yield Promoter Facts
Learn the DNA transcription process for the MCAT, including steps, enzymes like RNA polymerase, promoter regions, and key regulatory points—plus KOTC visuals and strategies.
💨 Gas Laws – Boyle’s, Charles’, Ideal Gas Law & Real-World Strategy
Master gas laws for the DAT. This blog breaks down Boyle’s, Charles’, and the Ideal Gas Law with easy formulas, examples, and test strategy.
DNA Replication for the MCAT: Enzymes, Directionality, and High-Yield Errors
Understand DNA replication for the MCAT with a breakdown of enzymes, leading vs lagging strands, and common error types—featuring King of the Curve visuals and exam tips.
Enzyme Kinetics on the MCAT: Vmax, Km, and Competitive Inhibition Simplified
Master enzyme kinetics for the MCAT! Understand Vmax, Km, inhibition types, and Lineweaver-Burk plots with KOTC visuals and test-day strategies.
Mastering the 6 Classes of Enzymes for the MCAT
Struggling with enzyme classifications on the MCAT? Learn the 6 classes of enzymes, key functions, MCAT tips, and study strategies with King of the Curve!