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    10-Day Organic Chemistry

    Preparation Plan
    Lesson Plan for WBJEE and JEE Exam, Organic Chemistry
    Prepared by Mr. Sourish Senapati

    OVERVIEW & PURPOSE

    Prepare for organic chemistry for the WBJEE and JEE exam in 10 days with 2 hours of
    study each day, a structured and focused approach is essential. We have to Win.

    TIME ALLOCATION AND STUDY STRATEGY

    Spend 2 hours/day as follows:

    1. Flashcards (36 minutes): Visualize reaction mechanisms and key reaction


    pathways.
    2. MCQs (60 minutes): Focus on solving topic-specific WBJEE/JEE-level questions.
    3. Quick Reviews (24 minutes): Revise concepts using concise notes or videos

    OBJECTIVES

    1. Conquering JEE/WBJEE exams.


    2. Complete knowledge of PYQs

    Diagram for Retention Enhancement


    Visual aids such as flowcharts or mind maps are beneficial to enhance retention. Here’s
    how you can structure your diagram:

    Central Node: Organic Chemistry

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    1. Branches from Central Node:
    a. Hydrocarbons → Key Reactions → Mechanisms
    b. Functional Groups → Properties → Examples
    c. Reaction Mechanisms → Types → Examples

    ACTIVITY
    ● Focus on understanding mechanisms rather than rote memorisation.
    ● Use flashcards for functional groups and reaction types.
    ● Practice drawing structures to reinforce spatial understanding.

    EVERYDAY TASK

    Solve at least 50 organic chemistry questions from WBJEE past papers.

    Focus on reaction mechanisms and conceptual clarity.

    Revise high-weightage topics: GOC, aldehydes/ketones, hydrocarbons.

    Day 1: Basic Concepts of Organic Chemistry (BCOC)

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Classification of organic compounds.


    ● Hybridization of carbon (sp, sp², sp³).
    ● Inductive effect, resonance, hyperconjugation.
    ● Electrophiles and nucleophiles.
    ● Reaction intermediates: carbocations, carbanions, free radicals.

    Also Study

    ○ Definition and significance of organic chemistry


    ○ Classification of organic compounds
    ○ Nomenclature (IUPAC rules)
    ● Focus:
    ○ Understanding functional groups
    ○ Basic concepts of isomerism (structural and stereoisomerism)

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    Why?

    These concepts form the foundation of organic chemistry, helping understand reaction
    mechanisms.

    Day 2: General Organic Chemistry (GOC)

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Acidity and basicity.


    ● Tautomerism.
    ● Hydrogen bonding.
    ● Aromaticity (Hückel’s Rule).

    Why?

    This chapter builds your understanding of molecule behavior, crucial for predicting
    reaction pathways.

    Day 3: Hydrocarbons

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Alkanes: Preparation (Wurtz reaction, decarboxylation), Reactions (free radical


    halogenation).
    ● Alkenes: Electrophilic addition, Markovnikov’s Rule, Anti-Markovnikov addition,
    ozonolysis.
    ● Alkynes: Acidity of terminal alkynes, addition reactions.

    Focus:

    ○ Mechanisms of addition reactions in alkenes and alkynes


    ○ Elimination reactions

    Why?
    Hydrocarbons often form the basis for other reaction mechanisms in WBJEE/JEE.

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    Day 4: Halogen Derivatives (Haloalkanes and Haloarenes)

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Classification and nomenclature.


    ● Preparation: Halogenation, Sandmeyer reaction.
    ● Also Study:
    ○ Nomenclature and classification
    ○ Reactions (nucleophilic substitution, elimination)
    ● Focus:
    ○ SN1 vs. SN2 mechanisms
    ○ Reactivity trends
    ● Reactions: Nucleophilic substitution (SN1, SN2), elimination (E1, E2).

    Why?

    These reactions are frequently tested due to their straightforward mechanism and
    conceptual clarity.

    Day 5: Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Alcohols: Preparation (hydration of alkenes, hydroboration-oxidation), Reactions


    (dehydration, Lucas test).
    ● Phenols: Acidity, Kolbe’s reaction, electrophilic substitution.
    ● Ethers: Williamson synthesis.
    ● Also Study:
    ○ Structure and properties of alcohols, phenols, and ethers
    ○ Reactions and synthesis
    ● Focus:
    ○ Dehydration of alcohols to form alkenes
    ○ Electrophilic aromatic substitution in phenols

    Why?

    A balanced combination of conceptual and application-based questions is often asked

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    in this chapter.

    Day 6: Aldehydes and Ketones

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Preparation: Oxidation of alcohols, Friedel-Crafts acylation.


    ● Reactions: Nucleophilic addition, Cannizzaro reaction, Aldol condensation.
    ● Especially:
    ○ Nomenclature and structure
    ○ Reactions (nucleophilic addition)
    ● Focus:
    ○ Mechanisms of nucleophilic addition reactions (Grignard reagents)

    Why?
    These compounds are central to organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms.

    Day 7: Carboxylic Acids and Their Derivatives

    Topics to Focus On:

    ● Preparation: Oxidation of primary alcohols, hydrolysis of nitriles.


    ● Reactions: Decarboxylation, esterification, nucleophilic acyl substitution.
    ● Especially:
    ○ Properties and reactions of carboxylic acids
    ○ Derivatives (esters, amides, anhydrides)
    ● Focus:
    ○ Esterification reactions and hydrolysis

    Why?
    This chapter frequently appears in multi-concept questions linking other chapters.

    Day 8: Amines

    Topics to Focus On:

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    ● Classification and nomenclature.
    ● Preparation: Reduction of nitro compounds, Gabriel synthesis.
    ● Reactions: Basicity, Hinsberg test.
    ● Especially:
    ○ Classification of amines
    ○ Basicity and reactions
    ● Focus:
    ○ Synthesis methods (reduction of nitro compounds)

    Why?
    Amines are often tested in relation to functional group behavior and practical
    applications.

    Day 9: Biomolecules and Polymers

    ● Topics to Focus On:


    ○ Carbohydrates: Structure of glucose, fructose.
    ○ Proteins: Peptide bond formation.
    ○ Polymers: Addition and condensation polymers.
    ● Why?
    These chapters are relatively straightforward, scoring, and connect organic
    chemistry to real-world applications.

    Day 10: Crucial Concepts in Geometry

    Aromatic Compounds

    ● Key Topics:
    ● Structure of benzene (resonance)
    ● Electrophilic aromatic substitution
    ● Focus:
    ● Key reactions (nitration, sulfonation)

    Stereochemistry

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    ● Key Topics:
    ● Chirality, enantiomers, diastereomers
    ● Optical activity
    ● Focus:
    ● R/S nomenclature for chiral centers

    Combined Chart for Achieving Excellence

    Optimized Organic Chemistry Plan with Less Time

    Key Points for Strategy:

    1. Visual Aids (30% focus):


    Use flashcards for reaction mechanisms and functional group properties.
    2. MCQs and Practice (50% focus):
    Focus on WBJEE-specific patterns and common traps.
    3. Concept Review (20% focus):
    Short, focused sessions for concept reinforcement, utilizing videos or concise
    notes.

    Focus Distribution by Chapter (Optimized for WBJEE)

    Chapter Focus Key Topics


    Time (%)

    Basic Concepts of Organic 10% Hybridization, resonance, inductive effect,


    Chemistry (BCOC) electrophiles/nucleophiles.

    General Organic 15% Acidity/basicity, tautomerism, aromaticity,


    Chemistry (GOC) reaction intermediates.

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    Hydrocarbons 15% Markovnikov/Anti-Markovnikov rules,
    ozonolysis, free radical halogenation.

    Halogen Derivatives 10% SN1/SN2 mechanisms, elimination (E1/E2),


    Sandmeyer reaction.

    Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers 10% Kolbe’s reaction, Williamson synthesis,


    electrophilic substitution.

    Aldehydes and Ketones 15% Aldol condensation, nucleophilic addition,


    Cannizzaro reaction.

    Carboxylic Acids and 10% Decarboxylation, esterification, nucleophilic


    Derivatives acyl substitution.

    Amines 10% Hinsberg test, basicity, Gabriel synthesis.

    Biomolecules & Polymers 5% Structure of glucose/fructose, peptide bonds,


    addition/condensation polymers.

    Excel Format Table

    Day Chapter Topics to Focus On Resources Used Time Outcome


    (%)

    1 BCOC Hybridization, Flashcards, 10% Foundation for


    resonance, inductive MCQs, Notes mechanisms
    effect

    2 GOC Acidity/basicity, Flashcards, 15% Reaction


    tautomerism, Concept Videos predictability
    aromaticity improved

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    3 Hydrocarbons Markovnikov rule, Flashcards, 15% Strong application
    free radical WBJEE MCQs understanding
    halogenation

    4 Halogen SN1/SN2, E1/E2 Flashcards, 10% Mechanistic


    Derivatives reactions Practice clarity
    Questions

    5 Alcohols & Kolbe’s reaction, Flashcards, 10% Functional group


    Phenols Williamson synthesis Summary Notes mastery

    6 Aldehydes & Aldol condensation, Flashcards, 15% Reaction


    Ketones Cannizzaro reaction Video Examples mechanism
    strength

    7 Carboxylic Esterification, Flashcards, 10% Multi-reaction


    Acids decarboxylation Problem-solving linkage clarity
    Practice

    8 Amines Gabriel synthesis, Flashcards, 10% Reaction-specific


    Hinsberg test Videos nuances grasped

    9 Biomolecules Glucose/fructose Flashcards, 5% Real-world


    structure, peptide Practice application topics
    bonds Questions

    10 Full Review Revision & 100 Practice 100% Consolidated


    WBJEE-style MCQs Questions, preparation
    Flashcards

    Study Tips for Staying Motivated


    ● Set Small Goals: Break down each chapter into smaller sections. Celebrate each
    completed section with a small reward (like a snack or a break).
    ● Visual Learning: Use colorful diagrams and flashcards. Visual aids can make

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    complex concepts easier to grasp.
    ● Interactive Learning: Engage with friends or study groups. Teaching others is one
    of the best ways to reinforce your own understanding.
    ● Gamify Your Learning: Turn studying into a game by using apps that offer
    quizzes or challenges related to organic chemistry.
    ● Stay Positive: Remind yourself why you’re studying—whether it’s to pursue your
    dream career or simply to excel in your exams.

    Retention Techniques
    ● Active Recall: After studying each topic, try to recall what you learned without
    looking at your notes.
    ● Spaced Repetition: Go back to previous topics regularly to reinforce memory.
    ● Mind Maps: Create mind maps linking different concepts together; this visual
    representation helps in retention.

    Thanks, Viewer. Thoroughly Follow to Win.

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