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Palak taught 24 days ago
Student and Tutor reviewed carbohydrate structures, glycosidic linkages, and polysaccharide properties. They discussed mutarotation, anomers, and the structural differences between starch, cellulose, and glycogen. The student practiced answering exam questions related to carbohydrate chemistry and will continue with lipids and proteins in the next session, along with further practice questions.
Mutarotation
Anomers
Glycosidic Linkages
Polysaccharide Structure and Function
Hydrophilic vs. Hydrophobic Molecules
Ayushi taught 26 days ago
The session reviewed characteristics of chemical equilibrium, including dynamic nature, constant concentrations, and the effect of catalysts. The student practiced problems related to active mass and was introduced to Dalton's Law of partial pressures and the Law of Mass Action. The class concluded with an introduction to KC and KP and their relationship, with plans to continue from units of K in the next session.
Dynamic Equilibrium
Active Mass
Partial Pressure & Dalton's Law
Law of Mass Action
Equilibrium Constant (K)
KC and KP
Relationship Between KP and KC
Lipika taught 26 days ago
Lipika tutored Sarah on the topic of polymers, covering their definition, types (natural, synthetic, semi-synthetic), structural classifications (isotactic, syndiotactic, atactic), and the influence of intermolecular forces on their properties. They also discussed addition and condensation polymerization techniques. Sarah was given a chart detailing the differences between addition and condensation polymerization and was asked to prepare a list of topics for the next session.
Polymers
Monomers
Dipole-Dipole Interaction
Hydrogen Bonding
Addition Polymerization
Condensation Polymerization
Sunitha taught 29 days ago
Sunitha and a student residing in High Point reviewed the properties and reactivity of metals, including transition metals, metallic bonding, and the extraction of iron from its ore. The student practiced identifying the reactivity of different metals based on observations and understanding the processes in a blast furnace. They discussed scheduling the next lesson and will continue with the remaining material then.
Metallic Bonding
Delocalized Electrons
Reactivity Series
Iron Extraction (Blast Furnace)
Palak taught about 1 month ago
In their recent chemistry lesson, Palak and Tatiana tackled kinetics problems, covering radioactive decay and how to determine reaction orders from experimental data. They also reviewed the distinctive colors of halogen gases and various transition metal compounds. Tatiana was assigned to add two lessons, and they set their next lesson for next Tuesday to delve further into transition metal chemistry.
Radioactive Decay
Half-Life (T_half)
Reaction Order
Enzyme Catalysis
Sunitha taught about 1 month ago
During their recent chemistry lesson, Sunitha and Ifadha thoroughly reviewed periodic table trends, covering electronic configuration, core charge, electronegativity, atomic radius, ionization energy, metallic character, and reactivity. They also explored the properties and uses of various metals. Their lesson concluded with a plan to continue with Chapter 3 on Saturday, focusing on the chemical properties of metals.
Electronic Configuration
Condensed Representation
Core Charge
Electronegativity
Atomic Radius
Ionization Energy
Metallic Character
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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.
