Vaishnavi Sharma
Transform Your Chemistry Grades with Expert Guidance, Clear Concepts, and Smart Exam Strategies
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Vaishnavi Sharma
Masters degree
/ 55 min
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As a seasoned tutor with two master’s degrees—one in Organic Chemistry and another in Chemistry by Research—I specialize in GCSE Chemistry tutoring designed to build strong conceptual understanding and measurable grade improvement. My teaching approach includes customized lesson plans, structured revision strategies, and consistent performance tracking. I provide comprehensive study support through mock tests, targeted practice sheets, and exam-focused preparation. Whether you’re struggling with complex topics or aiming to boost your grades, I am committed to supporting your progress every step of the way. I also help students build confidence through clear goal setting, progress reviews, and interactive problem-solving sessions that strengthen analytical thinking and improve long-term retention. See you soon !!
Vaishnavi graduated from Institute of Chemical
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My teaching methodology is built on a clear, structured approach that focuses on deep understanding rather than memorisation. I begin by assessing each student’s current level, learning style, and specific challenges to design personalised lesson plans. Every concept is taught using simple explanations, real-life examples, and visual techniques to ensure clarity. I incorporate active learning through guided practice, problem-solving, and regular questioning to strengthen retention. Weekly progress checks, targeted feedback, and customised revision sessions help students stay on track and steadily improve. I also use exam-style questions, concept maps, and topic-wise assessments to build confidence and accuracy. My goal is to make students independent learners who understand the ‘why’ behind every idea, enabling them to excel both in exams and in long-term scientific thinking.
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The Tutor and Student reviewed concepts in chemical kinetics, including equilibrium constants, integrated rate laws, and ligand exchange reactions (inert vs. labile). They also discussed electron transfer mechanisms (inner and outer sphere) and practiced solving related problems from sample exam papers.
Thermodynamic vs. Kinetic Equilibrium Constants
Inert vs. Labile Complexes in Ligand Exchange Reactions
Inner Sphere vs. Outer Sphere Electron Transfer Mechanisms
Hard and Soft Acids and Bases (HSAB) Principle
The Tutor and Student reviewed concepts of acid-base theory, focusing on Lewis definitions, charge density, and acidic complexes. They then delved into ligand exchange reactions and the Hard-Soft Acid-Base (HSAB) principle. The session concluded with an introduction to reaction kinetics, rate laws, and the distinction between elementary and complex reactions, with plans to continue this topic and related concepts in future sessions.
Lewis Acid-Base Theory
Charge Density and its Importance
Acidic Complexes and pKa
Ligand Exchange Reactions
Equilibrium and Stability Constants
Hard and Soft Acids and Bases (HSAB Theory)
The session reviewed IUPAC nomenclature for coordination compounds, including ligand naming, metal naming conventions based on charge, and the use of prefixes. The tutor and student also practiced determining formula from names and vice versa, and briefly touched upon isomerism (facial and meridonial). Future topics planned include optical isomerism, magnetism, and color properties, as well as moving to Module 2 on kinetics.
Charge Determination in Coordination Compounds
Facial and Meridional Isomerism (Fac/Mer Isomers)
Coordination Compound Nomenclature
Ambidentate Ligands
The Tutor guided the Student through Molecular Orbital (MO) theory, explaining its advantages over VBT and VSEPR. They constructed MO diagrams for homonuclear diatomic molecules like H2, He2, Cl2, and O2, calculating bond orders. The session concluded with an introduction to MO diagrams for heteronuclear molecules (HF, NaCl) and a discussion of upcoming topics. The Student was encouraged to practice drawing MO diagrams and solving related problems.
Bond Order and Molecular Stability
Comparison: VSEPR vs. MOT
Molecular Orbital Diagrams
Molecular Orbital Theory (MOT)
The Student and Tutor explored Crystal Field Theory, including its assumptions, the splitting of d orbitals in octahedral complexes, and the calculation of Crystal Field Stabilization Energy (CFSE). They practiced determining high spin and low spin complexes and analyzed Jahn-Teller distortion, with plans to continue with molecular orbital theory in subsequent sessions.
d-orbital Splitting in Octahedral Complexes
Crystal Field Stabilization Energy (CFSE)
High Spin vs. Low Spin Complexes
Jahn-Teller Distortion
Crystal Field Theory Basics
The session focused on valence bond theory, sigma and pi bonds, and the limitations of valence bond theory and introduction to crystal field theory. The Student learned about hybridization, molecular geometry, and the differences between sigma and pi bonds. The Student will continue with crystal field theory in the next session, covering strong and weak field ligands and their applications.
D Orbital Hybridization
Ligand Strength and Pairing
Hybridization Types and Geometry
Crystal Field Theory (CFT) & Coordination Complexes
Sigma (σ) and Pi (π) Bonds
Determining Hybridization of Carbon
Valence Bond Theory (VBT) Assumptions
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