Given on pcat

[CaliRx]

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I know they don't allow a periodic table and the use of a calculator. However, are there any constants or equations given on the pcat? (im not looking for specifics) Or do they expect us to know basically everything.

 

[omnione]

I believe that you do get FWs for stoichiometry or titration problems for example. I think some constants are given from what I remember, but you ought to know stuff like Avogadro's number and common FWs.

 

[binghamkid]

It helps to know the major strong acids and bases, as well as the common periodic table groups (i.e. you should recognize noble gases, alkali metals vs. alkaline earth metals). It also helps to have the method for balancing chemical equations well practiced so you can do it quickly w/o thinking.

Also it's nice to know the types of nuclear decay so that you can handle any radiation problems that might show up.

For math, just dig up an old cheat sheet that you used to memorize for the SAT (i'm sure you have one of those somewhere or you can find it online), it's probably got all the equations you ought to know.

 

[iwannapushpills]

what I did see on most of the reviews and on the actual pcat is relating to beta rediation decay. So its good to know all your radiation decays. Also know your acids and bases (both lewis and bronsted). There is alot of organic as well, alot of naming. But i did see some organic II questions, so be prepared. I was honestly caught offguard, and most of the stuff i reviewed was not on the test. From what I have heard from retakers is that it did get a bit harder. I honestly believe that i see myself having to retake the test.