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Duration: | 60 minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes |
The class is taught in: | Arabic, English |
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Experienced private tutor offering chemistry and biology lessons.With over 8 years of experience, I offer private tutoring in Chemistry and Biology to final year, first year, second year, high school students, as well as to international students in CNED or CGSE (grades 8 to 12, IB). I also offer preparation for competitive exams, medical university entrance exams, and first and second year university courses for the 2022/2023 academic year.
Classes are offered either in person or online, using a state-of-the-art, highly interactive virtual classroom. This includes a shared interactive whiteboard equipped with engineering tools and pens, allowing for real-time writing and visualization. Communication is facilitated via Skype, Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
My students consistently achieve excellent results, ranging from good to outstanding every year.
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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the Faculty of Science, Suez Canal UniversityI have practical experience and have done many researches in physical chemistry and I am currently working on my master's degree.
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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the Faculty of Science, Suez Canal UniversityI have practical experience and have done many researches in physical chemistry and I am currently working on my master's degree.
The list you provided seems to be various titles in the field of physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and analysis. Here is a short synopsis of each title:
physical chemistry:
1. Atoms, Molecules, and Measurement of Chemical Elements: This topic deals with the study of atoms, molecules, and methods for measuring chemical elements in materials.
2. Atomic Structure: Focuses on the study of the structure and arrangement of atoms in the periodic table and various atomic models.
3. Chemical Bonding: It studies how chemical bonds form between atoms to form chemical compounds.
4. States of Matter: deals with the study of states of matter (solid, liquid, gas, etc.) and the changes between them.
5. Chemical Energy: It deals with the concept of chemical energy and energy changes in chemical reactions.
6. Electrochemistry: deals with the study of chemical reactions that involve overlapping electrical interactions.
7. Equilibrium: Focuses on the study of chemical equilibrium, the factors that affect it, and how to achieve equilibrium in reactions.
8. Reaction kinetics: deals with the study of the speed of chemical reactions and the factors that affect them.
Inorganic Chemistry:
9. The Periodic Table: Chemical Periodicity: deals with the study of the arrangement of elements in the periodic table and the chemical properties of these elements.
10. Group 2: deals with the study of the second group in the periodic table and the elements to which it belongs.
11. Group 17: It deals with the study of the seventeenth group in the periodic table and the elements that belong to it.
12. Introduction to the chemistry of transitional elements: It deals with the study of transitional elements in the periodic table and their chemical properties.
13. Nitrogen and Sulfur: Focuses on the study of nitrogen and sulfur, their combinations and chemical properties.
Organic Chemistry and Analysis:
14. Introduction to Organic Chemistry: It deals with the principles and basics of organic chemistry and organic compounds.
15. Hydrocarbons: deals with the study of organic compounds that contain only carbon and hydrogen, such as alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.
16. Halogen Derivatives: Focuses on the study of organic compounds that contain halogen atoms such as chlorine, fluorine, and bromine.
17. Hydroxy compounds: deals with the study of organic compounds that contain a hydroxyl group (-OH), such as alcohols and polyols.
18. Carbonyl compounds: Focuses on the study of organic compounds that contain a carbonyl group (C=O), such as ketones and aldehydes.
19. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives: deals with the study of carboxylic acids and compounds derived from them, such as salts and esters.
20. Nitrogen compounds: deals with the study of organic compounds that are under
Wee on nitrogen atoms such as amines and nitriles.
21. Polymerization: deals with the study of the composition, properties and uses of polymers.
22. Analytical Techniques: Focuses on the various analytical techniques that are used in chemistry to determine the composition and chemical properties of substances.
23. Organic Structure: deals with the study of the structure of organic compounds and the factors affecting them.
Physical Chemistry:
Atoms, Molecules, and Measurement of Chemical Elements: This topic deals with the study of atoms and molecules and the methods for measuring chemical elements in materials.
Atomic Structure: Focuses on the study of atomic structure, their arrangement in the periodic table, and different atomic models.
Chemical Bonding: Studies how chemical bonds form between atoms to create chemical compounds.
States of Matter: Covers the study of the states of matter (solid, liquid, gas, etc.) and the changes between them.
Chemical Energy: Discusses the concept of chemical energy and the energy changes in chemical reactions.
Electrochemistry: Deals with the study of chemical reactions that involve electrical interactions.
Equilibrium: Focuses on the study of chemical equilibrium, the factors that affect it, and how to achieve balance in reactions.
Reaction Kinetics: Covers the study of the speed of chemical reactions and the factors that influence them.
Inorganic Chemistry: 9. Periodic Table: Chemical Periodicity: Covers the study of the arrangement of elements in the periodic table and their chemical properties.
Group 2: Studies the second group in the periodic table and the elements that belong to it.
Group 17: Studies the seventeenth group in the periodic table and the elements that belong to it.
Introduction to Transition Element Chemistry: Deals with the study of transition elements in the periodic table and their chemical properties.
Nitrogen and Sulfur: Focuses on the study of nitrogen and sulfur, their compounds, and their chemical properties.
Organic Chemistry and Analysis: 14. Introduction to Organic Chemistry: Covers the principles and fundamentals of organic chemistry and organic compounds.
Hydrocarbons: Deals with the study of organic compounds that contain only carbon and hydrogen, such as alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.
Halogen Derivatives: Focuses on the study of organic compounds containing halogen atoms such as chlorine, fluorine, and bromine.
Hydroxy Compounds: Covers the study of organic compounds containing the hydroxyl group (-OH) like alcohols and polyols.
Carbonyl Compounds: Focuses on the study of organic compounds containing the carbonyl group (C=O) like ketones and aldehydes.
Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives: Deals with the study of carboxylic acids and compounds derived from them, such as salts and esters.
Nitrogen Compounds: Covers the study of organic compounds that contain nitrogen atoms, such as amines and nitriles.
Polymerization: Discusses the formation of polymers, their properties, and their uses.
Analytical Techniques: Focuses on various analytical techniques used in chemistry to determine the composition and chemical properties of materials.
Organic Synthesis: Covers the study of the synthesis of organic compounds and the factors that influence it.
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Come and learn Biology and Chemistry with an expert. Book now and have your best experience.In the CIE (Cambridge International) curriculum, Biochemistry is primarily covered in Biology and partially in Chemistry at both IGCSE and AS/A Level. It focuses on the chemical processes and molecules essential for life. Here's a detailed overview:
IGCSE Biology (0610/0970)
Biochemistry at the IGCSE level introduces students to basic biological molecules and processes:
1. Biological Molecules
- Carbohydrates:
- Monosaccharides (e.g., glucose), disaccharides (e.g., sucrose), and polysaccharides (e.g., starch, glycogen).
- Role in energy storage and release.
- Proteins:
- Made up of amino acids.
- Functions: enzymes, structural components (e.g., keratin), and hormones.
- Lipids:
- Fats and oils: composed of fatty acids and glycerol.
- Role in energy storage, insulation, and cell membranes.
2. Enzymes
- Biological catalysts that speed up reactions.
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3. Photosynthesis
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- Equation: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2.
4. Respiration
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- Anaerobic respiration in humans: Glucose → Lactic acid + Energy.
5. DNA and Protein Synthesis (Basic level)
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CIE AS and A Level Biology (9700)
At the AS/A Level, biochemistry is studied in depth. Key areas include:
1. Biological Molecules
- Carbohydrates: Structure and function of monosaccharides, disaccharides (e.g., maltose), and polysaccharides (e.g., starch, glycogen, cellulose).
- Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesterol. Role in membranes and energy storage.
- Proteins:
- Levels of structure: primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary.
- Role of proteins in enzymes, antibodies, and transport (e.g., hemoglobin).
- Nucleic Acids:
- Structure of DNA and RNA.
- Role of nucleic acids in protein synthesis.
2. Enzymes
- Enzyme structure and mode of action (lock-and-key, induced fit).
- Enzyme kinetics and factors affecting enzyme activity.
- Competitive and non-competitive inhibitors.
3. Cellular Respiration
- Glycolysis, Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation.
- ATP production and its importance as an energy currency.
4. Photosynthesis
- Light-dependent and light-independent (Calvin cycle) reactions.
- Factors affecting photosynthesis.
5. Molecular Biology
- DNA replication, transcription, and translation.
- Role of mRNA, tRNA, and ribosomes in protein synthesis.
6. Biochemical Processes in Cells
- Role of ATP in metabolism.
- Metabolic pathways and enzyme regulation.
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CIE AS and A Level Chemistry (9701)
While biochemistry is primarily a biology topic, it also features in chemistry at A Level:
1. Amino Acids and Proteins
- Structure of amino acids and peptide bonds.
- Protein hydrolysis and analysis.
2. Carbohydrates
- Structure of glucose and its isomers.
- Reactions of carbohydrates (e.g., oxidation).
3. Lipids
- Structure of triglycerides, fatty acids, and phospholipids.
- Saponification and ester formation.
4. Biochemical Techniques
- Chromatography for separating amino acids and sugars.
- Use of enzymes as biological catalysts in industrial processes.
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Summary
- At the IGCSE level, biochemistry focuses on basic biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids), enzymes, photosynthesis, and respiration.
- At the AS/A Level, biochemistry delves deeper into molecular biology, enzyme kinetics, ATP production, protein synthesis, and metabolism.