Poll: Chemistry. Hard?

[Labyrinth]

Surely people can understand substituting into pre-defined formulae without taking maths classes that cover algebra?

Think of it like this. Algebra is an entirely new way of looking at numbers. It requires a lot more abstract thought than maths where every thing's laid out. Using formulas and substituting pronumerals for values IS algebra.

 

[WittyName]

I thought it was easy at GCSE, but several of my friends thought it was quite difficult. I guess it depends your understanding and ablility, so I can't really advise you.

 

[Dr Ravage]

I really think it depends on what kind of chemistry you're dealing with. Speaking as a research chemist, and therefore having done a LOT of different kinds of chemistry over the years, I'd have to say that high school chemistry is really the least of your worries.

I have to agree here, as a fellow research chemist I find certain areas much easier than others, many I wouldn't have the foggiest idea about.

High school chemistry is fairly straight forward though it helps to have a good teacher.