Junior Year Course Dilemma: Physics or Chemistry for College? - Expert Advice

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The discussion centers on the choice between taking Physics or Chemistry in junior year of high school, particularly for college preparation in New York. Participants recommend taking both courses if possible, emphasizing that Physics is more beneficial for overall understanding and future academic pursuits. The consensus highlights the importance of a solid foundation in basic physics, which is advantageous even for students not pursuing science majors.

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I will be entering my junior year of high school and I'm debating on whether I should take Physics or Chemistry. I'm trying to take the course that will most benefit me for colleges out in New York. Could anyone recommend to me which one I should take? Thank you!
 
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Given the option, take both.

If you can't for some reason, take physics. Note however that you're asking on a board populated by physics majors, professional physicists, and physics lovers in general. So we may be a little biased.

A good understanding of basic physics will do you a world of good, even if you're not planning to study the sciences further.
 

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