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The Student and Tutor reviewed IR and NMR spectroscopy, covering the identification of functional groups, analysis of spectra, and prediction of proton environments. The Student practiced interpreting IR data to distinguish between compounds and predicting splitting patterns in NMR spectra. The session concluded with assigned practice problems for upcoming test preparation.

The session focused on identifying organic compounds using IR and NMR spectroscopy, including predicting their structures based on spectral data. The student practiced interpreting proton NMR and IR spectra to identify key functional groups and determine molecular structures. Stereochemistry concepts such as diastereomers, enantiomers, and constitutional isomers were reviewed, and the student was assigned additional practice problems for the next session.

The session covered NMR and IR spectroscopy, with the student working through an assignment to distinguish between different compounds using the spectra. The student practiced applying chemical shift values, splitting patterns, and integration to identify functional groups and molecular structures. The tutor will provide a chart of chemical shift values, and the student is expected to practice more examples in the next session.

The session covered the principles of NMR spectroscopy, including isotopes, magnetic fields, shielding/deshielding effects, and spectral interpretation. The student practiced determining carbon environments and interpreting NMR spectra to identify functional groups. The student was assigned practice problems from their notes, focusing on open compounds and excluding closed figures, for the next session.

The session introduced the student to IR spectroscopy, covering the basics of electromagnetic radiation, molecular vibrations, and the relationship between bond properties and spectral features. The student worked on interpreting IR spectra to identify different functional groups and differentiate between various organic compounds. Homework involves practicing more problems to improve spectral interpretation skills; the next session will cover NMR spectroscopy.

The session covered substitution, elimination, and addition reactions in organic chemistry, focusing on drawing reaction mechanisms and understanding thermodynamic favorability. The Student practiced applying Gibbs free energy and equilibrium constants to determine reaction spontaneity and cyclohexane confirmations. The session also touched upon chemical kinetics and rate equations, and reviewed key concepts needed for an upcoming exam.