The science that systematically studies the composition, properties, and activity of organic and inorganic substances and various elementary forms of matter is chemistry. For some people, learning chemistry is fun and for others it is hard work, but no matter it takes time. It requires persistence, concentration, discipline, patience and lots of practice. An important point to remember is that chemistry is a science, which means its procedures are systematic and reproducible and its hypotheses are tested using the scientific method. Chemists, scientists who study chemistry, examine the properties and composition of matter and the interactions between substances. Chemistry is closely related to physics and to biology. As is true for other sciences, mathematics is an essential tool for the study of chemistry.

Math is essential for chemistry. Study basic math and introductory algebra before and during your chemistry course. Review and practice: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, simple algebra, and logarithms. Know the cumulative nature of chemistry. You must understand the continuity of the subject. Learn the basics. Practice and repeat them often. As in any subject, look for the most obvious basic concepts that allow understanding of the material. Most of the more complex topics in chemistry revolve around the topics of chemical bonding, nomenclature, and atomic structure. One of the important things is to Learn and practice the terminology and the symbols of chemistry.