2007-08-21 02:49:03 · 5 answers · asked by Don Draper 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
memorize the name of first 20 elements, the name of ions, especially the anions (-ide) polyatomic anions (-ate, ite)
2007-08-21 03:08:52 · answer #1 · answered by Carborane 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Learn how to convert moles. Balance equations. Know what cations and anions are. pH. Know all the functional groups as well. Study hard and good luck!!!
P.S. It is really not that hard of a class, however don't slack because it can bite you in the a$$.
2007-08-21 13:06:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Study hard, and first and foremost, learn how to convert to moles and balance equations. If you get caught up on those (like I did my freshman year), you'll discover the hard way that those two concepts are highly important to a lot of more complicated problems. And just remember that practice DOES make the difference. Practice, practice, practice. And have fun! Gen chem was a lot of fun for me, but it was my first college science class and you just have to remember to dedicate yourself. :) Good luck!
P.S. Don't forget to memorize your solubility rules. It helps to remember the masses of some of the basic elements, too. (i.e., hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, sulfur, etc.). And be ready to do titrations (a lot of them). (Some chem courses don't hit that until Gen Chem 2, but it's a possibility).
2007-08-21 10:10:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
..distilation of water.
2007-08-21 09:53:11 · answer #4 · answered by Tuncay U 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Study hard.............
2007-08-21 10:04:10 · answer #5 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋