This all depends on your school. Chemistry is a very math-intensive subject where one has to convert measurements and analyze what lab findings actually mean. Chemistry also requires knowledge of statistics. If you are taking chemistry as a freshman in a traditional high school setting, then I am going to assume that you not only have great skill with numbers, but also good analytical skill as well. An introductory chemistry class is a good place...
This all depends on your school. Chemistry is a very math-intensive subject where one has to convert measurements and analyze what lab findings actually mean. Chemistry also requires knowledge of statistics. If you are taking chemistry as a freshman in a traditional high school setting, then I am going to assume that you not only have great skill with numbers, but also good analytical skill as well. An introductory chemistry class is a good place to improve your already impressive math skills. You will become proficient at dimensional analysis through many practice problems. You will be able to balance equations according to their charges as well as in accordance with the law of conservation of matter. You will probably memorize the number valence electrons of many ionic compounds through your use of them. You will calculate molarity. You will become more proficient in using exponents and you will probably do this without even becoming aware of it.
Your math skills should be good if you are in a chemistry class as a freshman, but this is not an indicator that you are finished yet. You will improve through daily practice. Chemistry is as much a math class as it is a science class.
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