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Rhea
The MCAT's Chemical and Physical Foundations section blends general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and biochemistry into passage-based problems that reward fast, integrated thinking. As a pre-med biology major at the University of Chicago, Rhea has recently worked through this exact content ...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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10+ years
Zachary
The Chem/Phys section of the MCAT demands more than knowing general chemistry and physics — it requires applying those principles to biological systems under time pressure, from enzyme kinetics and thermodynamics to fluid dynamics in the circulatory system. Zachary's biochemistry and biophysics degr...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics

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Tony
Tackling the Chemical and Physical Foundations section requires connecting general chemistry and physics concepts to biological systems — something Tony did routinely as a biology major at Yale preparing for medical school. He breaks down high-yield topics like enzyme kinetics, fluid dynamics, and e...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Biology

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10+ years
Samantha
The Chem/Phys section of the MCAT demands more than content recall — it requires applying general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics concepts within passage-based experimental scenarios. Samantha, currently in medical school, unpacks how to read data tables mid-passage, connect them to underl...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD

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6+ years
David
Covering everything from Newtonian mechanics to amino acid chemistry, the Chem/Phys section demands fluency across disciplines that most students studied years apart. David's neuroscience background at Yale included heavy coursework in general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics, so he connect...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Harvard University
Current Grad Student, Bioethics and Medical Ethics

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9+ years
Benjamin
Preparing for the MCAT's Chemical and Physical Foundations section requires connecting general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics to biological systems — exactly the kind of cross-disciplinary thinking Benjamin's Vanderbilt neuroscience degree demanded. He breaks down passage-based questions ...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor's degree in neuroscience and Russian

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Laura
The Chem/Phys section of the MCAT throws biochemistry, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics at students in passage-based formats that demand fast analytical reading as much as content knowledge. Laura breaks down complex passages — enzyme kinetics graphs, electrochemistry calculations, ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors, Economics

Certified Tutor
6+ years
The Chem/Phys section of the MCAT demands rapid passage interpretation layered on top of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics — and Sanjay has been through it himself with a biochemistry degree and medical school under his belt. He breaks down passage-based reasoning strategies for topi...
Rice University
Bachelor in Arts

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Amanda
The Chemical and Physical Foundations section throws organic chemistry, physics, and general chemistry at students in passage-based formats that reward fast, accurate reasoning under pressure. Amanda tackled the MCAT herself on the path to her MD and knows which high-yield topics — enzyme kinetics, ...
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Baylor College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, Public Health

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Timothy
Tackling the Chem/Phys section requires toggling between general chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, and biochemistry — often within a single passage. Timothy, currently pursuing his M.D., walks students through high-yield topics like thermodynamics, acid-base equilibria, and fluid dynamics while...
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and study consistency, but most students see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. If you're struggling with foundational chemistry or physics concepts, personalized tutoring can help you build solid understanding quickly, which typically translates to 5-10 point improvements on this section. Students who combine tutoring with regular practice tests and spaced repetition often see the strongest results, since the Chemical and Physical Foundations section rewards both conceptual mastery and quick problem-solving under pressure.
This section tests your ability to apply chemistry and physics principles to biological scenarios in just 95 minutes for 230 questions—roughly 25 seconds per question. Many students get caught up working through complex calculations or re-reading passages multiple times, eating into time for other questions. Tutors who specialize in MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations focus on teaching strategic question interpretation, identifying what a question is really asking, and knowing when to skip and return to a problem. With targeted practice on timing strategies, most students can improve their pacing significantly.
The best way is to review your practice test performance by topic—most official MCAT prep platforms break down results by concept (thermodynamics, electrochemistry, waves and sound, etc.). Look for patterns in which question types you're getting wrong, not just which subjects. Some students struggle with conceptual reasoning while others miss simple calculations due to rushing. A tutor can help you analyze these patterns by reviewing your missed questions and diagnostics, then building a targeted study plan that addresses your specific gaps rather than reviewing material you already know well.
Excellent MCAT tutors combine deep subject matter expertise in chemistry and physics with understanding of how the MCAT uniquely tests these subjects. They know the difference between general chemistry knowledge and what actually matters for the exam—and they can explain complex concepts like thermodynamics or electrochemistry clearly without overwhelming you with unnecessary details. Beyond content knowledge, great tutors adapt to your learning style, help you develop strategic approaches to timing and question interpretation, and build your confidence through targeted practice and feedback on your reasoning process.
Full-length practice tests are essential diagnostic tools—they show you how you perform under real time pressure and help you identify gaps in both content and strategy. Most students benefit from taking one practice test every 1-2 weeks, then spending several days reviewing every question they missed or guessed on, especially in the Chemical and Physical Foundations section. Focus your review on understanding why the correct answer is right and why you chose incorrectly—was it a content gap, a reading mistake, or a timing issue? Between tests, use targeted drills to strengthen your weakest areas. Tutors can help you interpret your results and create a focused study plan based on what the tests reveal.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about content or strategies. Building genuine confidence requires solid preparation—knowing the core chemistry and physics concepts cold, practicing time management repeatedly, and becoming familiar with question formats through many practice questions. Beyond content prep, develop mental strategies: take a few deep breaths when you feel anxiety rising, remember that it's normal to find some questions difficult, and practice skipping questions strategically so you don't get stuck. Working with a tutor gives you the chance to practice these strategies in lower-pressure settings and build real confidence in your abilities before test day.
Most students spend 4-12 weeks preparing for the full MCAT, with the Chemical and Physical Foundations section requiring 20-30% of that study time. A solid schedule includes content review (2-3 weeks), focused practice on individual topics (2-3 weeks), full-length practice tests with review (3-4 weeks), and final refinement of weak areas (1-2 weeks). If you're working with a tutor, weekly sessions combined with daily independent practice—mixing concept review, targeted question sets, and full-length tests—typically yields the best results. Your specific timeline depends on your baseline knowledge and target score, which is why personalized tutoring helps you focus study time on what actually moves your score.
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