Studying doesn’t have to feel like a slog. The truth is: your brain isn’t built to drag through hours of tedium—it responds best to pattern, reward and rhythm. By shifting how you approach study time, you can turn it from duty into something your brain actually enjoys. Here are five simple, smart ways to do it. Try one today and see how your focus follows. 1. Study in Short Bursts, Not Endless Sessions Forget the idea that you must sit for three hours straight. Cognitive science shows our attention drops significantly after about 25–30 minutes. So use the Pomodoro Technique : study for 25 minutes, take a 5‑minute break; after four rounds, give yourself a longer break (15–20 minutes). That rhythm gives your brain permission to reset—and makes that “next block” easier to start. 2. Turn Learning into a Game The brain loves victory—even tiny ones. Set fun micro‑challenges: finish chapter one in 20 minutes, get 10 questions right in a row, or beat yesterday’s time. E...
In this qualitative analysis, we are going to review the possible qualitative analysis practical exam questions you are likely to expect in the coming NECO examination. You are expected to analyse the ions in the following compounds · Zinc trioxocarbonate IV (labelled X n ) watch video 1 · Aluminium chloride ( labelled Y n ) watch video 2 The reagents for the qualitative analysis of these compounds include · Dilute sodium hydroxide solution · Dilute aqueous ammonia · Dilute hydrochloric acid · Distilled water · Red and blue litmus paper · Barium chloride ...