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The Student and Tutor reviewed key introductory concepts in Microbiology, including the definition of microbiology, classification of microorganisms, and their real-world importance. They also covered historical theories like Miasma and spontaneous generation, as well as significant discoveries during the Golden Age of Microbiology. The session concluded with a detailed discussion on various microscopy techniques and their applications. The Tutor and Student planned to start the next session by reviewing practice questions related to the covered material.

The session began with the Student requesting to focus on their upcoming Biomedical Science 210 (Microbiology) midterm, outlining their exam schedule and class format. Due to significant technical difficulties, substantive academic review could not proceed, leading them to plan a longer follow-up session for the next day to cover the microbiology material.

The session focused on foundational Biochemistry, beginning with water's properties and its significance in biological systems. Student and Tutor reviewed various chemical bond types (covalent, ionic, hydrogen, Van der Waals) and explored how water's polarity influences protein folding and peptide bond formation. They also practiced identifying chiral carbons and a specific amino acid functional group from quiz questions, planning to delve deeper into Module 1 and amino acid structures in subsequent sessions to prepare for the midterm.

The Student and Tutor continued their review of foundational biochemistry concepts, focusing on the processes of transcription and translation, protein structure, and nucleic acids. They practiced identifying key components and processes through multiple-choice questions. The Tutor recommended prioritizing biochemistry due to its complexity and confirmed the next session would continue with cell parts, with another lesson scheduled for the following day.

The Student and Tutor discussed the Student's current challenges in biology and established a plan for weekly meetings. The session then covered foundational biology concepts, including the organization of cells, tissues, and organs, the role of DNA, and an introduction to the four major biomolecules. A detailed explanation of DNA and RNA structure, their respective bases, and the process of transcription was provided, with the Tutor planning to tailor future lessons based on the Student's syllabus.

The Student and Tutor reviewed key concepts in Biology, specifically covering the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems, along with blood components, taxonomy, and plant vascular systems (xylem and phloem). They practiced recalling functions and pathways, with a focus on areas the Student found challenging for an upcoming exam. This was the final lesson, and the Tutor wished the Student well for their exam.