<p>Just wondering...may anyone describe an AP Chemistry course to me?
I am planning on taking it next year.
How is it like in contrast to Honors Chemistry? Is it much harder and intense?
What kind of things do I need to do or be aware of when I take it?</p>
<p>thanks in advance! :)</p>
<p>I have not taken it but my friends have and they said it was like chemistry honors but a lot harder and more work.</p>
<p>I am taking AP Chemistry right now, and it is the only class that I always look forward to. My teacher is beyond awesome (which has a big impact on the class), but I also like AP Chem because it teaches you to think and problem solve. Unlike classes such as AP Bio, it is not a lot of memorization; it is all understanding/thinking. I love the class because you can understand the concepts and see how they relate to other aspects of chemistry. The math questions (for things like stoichiometry, etc) teach you how to think analytically (as do all the questions, really) which will help you in life. I personally hate memorization because I don’t think it makes me any smarter. Thinking makes you smarter. Take AP Chem!</p>
<p>Take AP Chem like I probably am next year! DO IT!</p>
<p>AP Chemistry is a lot of fun, I would highly suggest it for the experience (labs). However, you must have more natural intuition and skills compared to other courses in order to be successful or to pass the exam. I think it is harder to study for then for instance, Biology or Physics, AP courses I am taking now. If either you’re not afraid to take the chance that you might do poor in either the class or the exam, or you’re confident you can handle and digest the material, then go for it. Otherwise, you won’t be very happy.</p>
<p>AP Chem is, at least for me atm, a lot more conceptualizing than memorizing, which is great for many people. And contrary to what a lot of people say, AP Chem may be easier than Chem Honors for many topics. You go much more in-depth so you understand how things work and why something exists/functions that way, as opposed to simply accepting it. But, it always depends on the school/teacher. </p>
<p>It’s great fun, and my favorite science out of Chem/Physics/Biology. Try it!</p>
<p>I took AP Chem last year and although it is regarded as the hardest AP at my school I really enjoyed it and looked forward to it!</p>
<p>AP Chemistry is a fun class.</p>