Which class should I take and why? (Poll)

Ok, so im required to take one of the following......

Biology,Chemistry, or Phsysics-what would you take and why?

In all honesty, I'd take physics, and probably because it interests me the most out of those three.

Sorry I couldn't give you a better reason.

I like physics, so I say that.

I think biology is recommended more because biology is fun and exciting and it shows how life works, which is found really interesting.

I'd say chemistry, but that's only because I had an attractive young teacher who wasn't that difficult. I hear physics is a LOT of math, so do that if you like math.

Why don't you just take Astronomy?:lol:

Ok, so im required to take one of the following......

Biology,Chemistry, or Phsysics-what would you take and why?

xfactor19990

Why don't you just take Astronomy?:lol:

Jlao1

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Ok, so im required to take one of the following......

Biology,Chemistry, or Phsysics-what would you take and why?

lightleggy

Physics is amazing.

I'm warning you, Physics is a tough course... If you love math and you're good at math problems more specifically, go for it.... If not I strongly suggest Biology.

Biology is basically memorization and understanding how everything works... Chemistry is a bit of both but has some math concepts in it

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Ok, so im required to take one of the following......

Biology,Chemistry, or Phsysics-what would you take and why?

racer8dan

Don't take chem unless you like math.

Don't take chem unless you like math.

Lebbin

Don't take chem unless you like math.

Lebbin

the physics of biological chemistry.

i'd say either physics or biology. just as long as it's not chemistry. physics interests me more than biology, so that's why i, personally, would take it. also i'm pretty sure there's a lot more math in physics than in biology or chemistry, so if math is one of your strong points, physics might be a good idea. the thing i didn't like about chemistry was memorizing crap on the periodic table and stuff like that. i can't really give you a reason why you shouldn't take biology, all i can say is i think physics is more interesting :P

Seriously, Take physIcs, it's NicE.

Want to memorize tons of crap? take bio

if your good at math, and want to memorize formulas then take physics (this applies mostly to mechanics)

chemistry you don't need to be good in math, and it needs both memorizing and a deep understanding.

NOTE : what you should really do however is take a course in all 3 before deciding in which one you would like to pursue. Each person has their personal preferences and strengths.

Because I'm a knowledge freak, I'd do all 3.

But in terms of practicality, either Chemistry or Physics. If you aren't planning to pursue any medical or biological fields, you can immediately cross that off your list.

I hate Physics, but I still study it immensely because of how important it is to Electrical/Electronic Engineering. I do love Chemistry a lot more but because it's not that relevent to Signal Processing, I consider it as a small hobby.

In all honesty, I'd take physics, and probably because it interests me the most out of those three.

Sorry I couldn't give you a better reason.

T_P_O

Decide for yourself based on your interests.

What you will learn:
Physics - High school physics focuses on Newtonian physics. It introduces laws of nature with respect to "large" (not sub-atomic) physical interactions. You will learn about velocity, acceleration, force, momentum, the wave-particle characteristics of light, centripetal motion, electrical current, electromagnetism, sound mechanics, and Einstein's theory on energy and mass.

Chemistry - You will learn about how atoms interact to form compounds (solids, liquids, and gases). You will learn basic atomic structure (protons, neutrons, electrons); the ways atoms bond to each other (ionic bond, covalent bond, van der Waals force); and the way chemicals react with each other. You will learn about acids and bases; gases; thermodynamics (enthalpy & entropy); the Periodic Table of Elements; and how to balance chemical equations. You will learn how to make chemical compounds like nylon, plastic, and salt.

Biology - You will learn how living organisms interact with each other and with the environment. Topics in general biology will cover Darwin's theory of evolution; basic genetics (Mendel's experiments); basic microbiology (studying protozoa and other single-celled organisms); reproduction; metabolism (aerobic respiration, Krebs cycle, glycolysis); simple physiology (this is your heart; this is how it works). Biology is usually where students first learn about the Scientific Method, how to form a hypothesis, and how to design an experiment to test a hypothesis.

Things you will do in lab:
Physics - You will drop things from heights to test gravity. You will play with Slinkys to study waves and wave mechanics. You will construct simple electrical circuits. You will make a simple compass using the properties of electromagnetism. You will hang weights from rubber bands to study elasticity. You will shoot objects from catapults to study parabolic trajectory. You will play with circus mirrors (concave, convex) to study the properties of light. You will play with "air hockey" sleds to measure acceleration and velocity. You will crash billiard balls into each other to test the conservatino of momentum.

Chemistry - You will make a simple acid battery to study electro-chemistry and ions in solution. You will make fill up a baloon with hydrogen gas by combining aluminum foil and lye (sodium hydroxide). You will learn how to distill compounds; in the process, you will learn how to build a still for distilling alcohol. You will play with acids and bases, as well as pH indicators like litmus paper. You will learn titration technique when you learn how to neutralize an acid with a base. You will make a simple polymer like nylon. You will learn how to precipitate out chemical crystals from a liquid solution. If your instructor is cool, you will learn how to blow stuff up. (No, you will not learn how to make ANFO.)

Biology - You will dissect organisms like worms and pigs. You will study single-celled organisms with a microscope. You will test your blood type. You will ferment alcohol using yeast and a sugar solution. You will collect pond scum and study the organisms within. You will make a simple calorimeter with styrafoam cups and a thermometer. You will build a simple respirometer to study respiration in plants.

Take all three :D. I'm taking AP Bio, AP Chem, and regular physics next year (my Junior year). If you really need to choose take physics.