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An easy way to learn and memorize gluconeogenesis is by using mnemonics to help you remember the order of molecules. Since Gluconeogenesis (generation of glucose) is the opposite pathway of glycolysis, all of the molecules should be familiar if you have studied glycolysis in the past. See my review of Glycolysis and where it occurs if you are not familiar [...] Read More »

Even though memorizing long sequences like Glycolysis or the Citric Acid cycle involve memorizing various synthetase and dehydrogenase enzymes, most of names used clearly state the function it carries out. Read More »

The Hanging Ninja method is a visual recall technique I created while trying to memorize the 20 amino acids, their 1 letter codes, and which group they belong to. The only limitation to this technique is the extent of your ability to draw a somewhat simple image. Read More »

Mnemonics is the easiest way to memorize glycolysis quickly  . I have used this technique the day before the test, and sometimes minutes before the test with a pretty solid success rate. Read More »

Many college student go crazy when they are first presented with the task of memorizing the Krebs/ Citric Acid cycle. So many steps and enzymes and carbon dioxides flowing around. Guess what. There is a very easy way to remember it, AND retain it for years to come. Read More »

As you read this page your cells respire, green plants are photosynthesizing, and the sun is shining constantly. The grass our clumsy feet so proudly march on every day gives it's portion of life without thinking for a picosecond why. Not even a cockroach would survive if photosynthesis was no longer carried out by plants and other organisms. Read More »