Biology Tutor Specializing in Genetics, Microbiology, and Cell Biology, physiology and anatomy

Palak tutored Shimaa on hydrocarbon nomenclature, focusing on identifying and naming compounds with double and triple bonds, as well as substituent groups. They worked through several examples from a worksheet, with Palak emphasizing drawing out structural formulas to aid in correct naming. Shimaa completed some practice problems and was assigned to continue working on the remaining questions.

Palak guided a student through a review of nutrient cycles, covering nitrogen, phosphorus, and carbon cycles, and exploring the roles of producers, consumers, and decomposers within these systems. The student, who attends Rockford University, had previously read about these cycles in their textbook, and together they worked through review questions to solidify understanding. Their next lesson is set to cover biomagnification and an additional chapter.

Palak Jain provided a comprehensive biochemistry lesson to Raniyah Baigum, focusing on the histidine biosynthesis pathway. They explored the ten steps from PRPP to histidine, examining enzyme catalysis and structural changes in detail. Raniyah will prepare an essay explaining the process for Palak to review. A follow-up lesson has been arranged for next week to address further topics relevant to Raniyah's exam.

Palak tutored an individual from Austin Community College on writing chemical formulas, naming compounds, and balancing chemical equations. The learner practiced balancing equations and identifying reaction types. Palak assigned homework to complete a sheet on balancing equations and solving for moles or mass, and they planned to review the material and work through a practice exam in the next lesson.

In their recent biology lesson, Palak and Jiuri began by reviewing cell biology with a quiz. Their discussion then progressed to the cell cycle and cell division, including the processes of mitosis and meiosis. Jiuri also honed her skills by practicing problems focused on cell division rates. Palak assigned a review of the covered topics, and they plan to continue their exploration of meiosis in the upcoming lesson, with genetics as a potential follow-up.

A lesson with a student from McKinney focused on the initial steps of histidine biosynthesis and the pentose phosphate pathway. The discussion covered the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway, the formation of PRPP, PRATP, and PRAM, and the enzymes involved in these steps. They agreed to continue the discussion on histidine biosynthesis and how to mutate it for overproduction in the next lesson.