Review all of your old notes from chemistry class.
Reviewing your old notes helps you refresh your memory. If you don't have those, ask somebody who has taken neat notes from a prior class and study those.
Walk into AP Chemistry with some confidence.
Don't be intimidated: just do it.
Take notes and make flashcards of ideas and formulas.
Try to synthesize your own flashcards. Don't just copy from the book and your notes. Always keep a periodic table on hand, too. Having that visual aid can be a big help!
Read the chapter at least 3 times before the test.
It sounds like overkill, but it's not. "How should you study? Study like there's going to be an exam on the material the next morning. If you study like that, you won't have to worry about cramming for the exam later." - Unknown professor. Try to make your study sessions as visual as you can. Instead of treating chemistry as an abstract concept in your head, use visuals to make it as concrete as possible.
Keep in mind the fundamental properties of everything chemistry-related.
Start with the basic states of matter. Then, end with the chemical properties such as pH and electronegativity. Cover the bases.
Don't be afraid of pH.
Will it hurt you to do outside practice problems from the Internet? Of course not.
Use the Internet often for extra practice.
There are countless resources out there on the Internet. Plus, the problems are all different. You won't get just a narrow mental work out.
Watch your stoichiometry.
A lot of problems will be set up perfectly within the problem itself. So, keep your eyes peeled.
Memorize strong acids and bases.
They ionize 100%, and are therefore very important.
Work through old tests and practice tests on the Internet.
These will help you get used to the type of questions you'll be asked in the exam. Plenty of practice could mean the difference between passing and failing the exam.
Make mnemonic devices for everything.
It especially helps with cations and anions. If you don't understand, then learn chemistry in a way that fits you, such as renaming concepts to fit with a corresponding memory.
Do all of your homework assignments.
Some teachers look simply for effort.
Perfect practice makes perfect test scores.
Do problems over and over again until you get them right. By doing problems related to your current material, you can be fully readied for that material's test or quiz.
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