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Simran taught Linh 3 days ago
Simran tutored Linh in an organic chemistry lesson, where they concentrated on hydrocarbon classification, structural formulas, and the nomenclature of various functional groups. These included alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and esters. Linh actively practiced naming compounds, benefiting from detailed explanations and examples, particularly concerning ether and ester nomenclature. Their next lesson is set to delve into amides, amines, and hybridization concepts.
IUPAC Naming Steps
Saturated vs. Unsaturated Hydrocarbons
Aliphatic vs. Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Alkane General Formula
Line Structure
Boiling Point and Molar Mass
Alkyl Halides
Alcohols (Alkanols)
AASHIMA taught Iliana 3 days ago
Aashima and Iliana engaged in a comprehensive organic chemistry lesson, delving into saponification and ester hydrolysis. Their discussion covered real-life applications, the underlying reaction mechanisms, and the intricate structure of soaps. They also reviewed triglycerides and their essential role in the soap formation process. Given Iliana's upcoming practical assessment, they scheduled their next lesson to focus on alcohol differentiation and polymers.
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Triglycerides
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Simran taught Giordana 4 days ago
Simran provided a comprehensive organic chemistry lesson on the physical and chemical properties of alkenes, covering topics such as boiling point, melting point, density, and solubility. The student worked through practice questions, delving into concepts like cis/trans isomers and steric hindrance. The lesson also introduced fundamental principles of hybridization, sigma and pi bonds, and methods for calculating them in organic molecules. Simran plans to provide a tailored lesson plan to align with the learner's university coursework at New York University.
Physical States of Alkenes
Boiling Point Trends in Alkenes
Cis vs. Trans Isomers (Boiling/Melting Points)
Alkene Solubility
Combustibility of Alkenes
Sigma and Pi Bonds
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Sunitha taught Fathima 4 days ago
Sunitha provided comprehensive chemistry instruction to a student from Southwestern College in Chula Vista across two lessons. The initial lesson delved into acids and bases, covering reactions, pH, acid strength and concentration, interactions with metal compounds, conjugate pairs, and real-world applications. The subsequent lesson focused on redox reactions, emphasizing balancing equations, identifying oxidation/reduction through electron transfer, writing half-equations, pinpointing oxidizing and reducing agents, and constructing overall balanced equations. Both lessons incorporated practice problems and examples to solidify the learner's understanding.
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Acids and Bases
Ayushi taught Hannah-Lois 5 days ago
Ayushi provided Hannah with a comprehensive chemistry lesson, delving into key concepts such as empirical formulas, percentage composition, balancing chemical equations, and stoichiometry. Their study included a review of a hydrated copper sulfate experiment and practical application through example problems covering various chemical reactions. The concept of limiting reactants was also introduced. For continued practice, Ayushi assigned Hannah homework on empirical formulas and percentage composition to complete before their next lesson.
Stoichiometry in Chemical Reactions
Empirical Formula Calculation
Percentage Composition
Hydrated vs. Anhydrous Compounds
Balanced Chemical Equations
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Simran taught Linh 5 days ago
Simran provided a student from Sacramento City College with a lesson on organic chemistry nomenclature and structural isomers. The learner practiced naming alkanes and identifying isomers, mastering the rules for IUPAC nomenclature and systematically drawing and naming isomers. Simran assigned homework involving drawing isomers for heptane and octane, and they scheduled another lesson for the next day.
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Isopropyl vs. Propyl
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Studying chemistry in Australia: Common questions answered
When do students start learning chemistry in Australia?
Chemistry is introduced in Years 7–10 as part of the general science curriculum. In Years 11 and 12, students can choose it as a standalone subject within their state’s senior secondary system. For example, NSW students take HSC Chemistry, Victorian students complete VCE Units 1–4, and Queensland students follow the QCE Chemistry ATAR course. Each pathway builds toward strong scientific and analytical thinking, often required for university STEM degrees.
Why is chemistry considered a challenging subject?
Chemistry blends conceptual theory with practical maths and application. Students are required to understand atomic structure, bonding, reactions, and organic chemistry, all while working with formulas, graphs, and data tables. Many learners struggle when the pace increases in senior years or when abstract topics like equilibrium or electrochemistry are introduced. It’s a subject that demands both understanding and practice, and that balance can be tricky for students to manage alone.
What are some effective ways to revise for chemistry exams?
Active revision works best. This includes writing and rewriting notes in your own words, drawing diagrams, solving problems without help, and completing past papers. Resources like Edrolo, STILE, and Checkpoints are commonly used by students in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and beyond. Some schools also provide online revision quizzes and flashcards. Group study or structured weekly review can help students stay on track throughout the term.
How is chemistry assessed in Year 12?
In most states, students sit final ATAR exams at the end of Year 12. These exams test content knowledge, application, data interpretation, and scientific communication. Some systems include internal assessments too, like depth studies (HSC), school-based SACs (VCE), or student experiments (QCE). All formats require students to apply theory in new contexts, not just memorise facts.
Is chemistry important for university pathways?
Yes. Chemistry is a prerequisite or assumed knowledge subject for many health and science degrees. Medicine, dentistry, nursing, biomedical science, pharmacy, and veterinary science programs at universities like Monash, UQ, UNSW, and the University of Sydney often expect students to have studied Year 12 chemistry. Even for courses without official prerequisites, chemistry gives students a head start in first-year content.
What can students do if they’re falling behind?
Start by speaking with your teacher, reviewing class notes, and identifying which topics feel unclear. Practice questions from recent exams can reveal gaps in understanding. Using textbooks, watching video lessons, or asking a classmate for help can also make a difference. For students who want extra structure or personalised guidance, tutoring is one way to revisit core concepts, improve problem-solving, and build exam technique.