🧠 Acyl-Carnitine Translocase: A Key Player in Fatty Acid Metabolism
Learn how Acyl-Carnitine Translocase facilitates the transport of fatty acids into the mitochondrial matrix for beta-oxidation—an essential process in energy metabolism. Perfect for MCAT preparation and biochemistry review.
🧠 Social and Human Capital on the MCAT: Understanding Societal Resources and Productivity
Learn how human and social capital appear on the MCAT. Understand key definitions, examples, and exam scenarios with this KOTC visual blog.
Mastering Ascribed vs Achieved Status for the MCAT: A High-Yield Sociology Topic
Not all MCAT challenges come from biochemistry or physics—some of the sneakiest questions hide in the Sociology & Psychology section. One classic concept that trips up test-takers? Ascribed vs Achieved Status. This is where King of the Curve’s signature visuals can turn memorization into real understanding. Let’s break down this high-yield topic and how it shows up in MCAT-style passages.
Psych/Soc on the MCAT: Must-Know Theories & Terms for a Higher Score
The Psychology/Sociology section on the MCAT is often underestimated—until you realize it makes up 25% of your total score. With a strong foundation in key theories and terms, this section can become a score-booster. Today, we're breaking down the must-know Psych/Soc content, plus how to recognize these concepts in MCAT-style passages.