4.7

Frank Grimes

Chemistry - Bucks County Community College

4.7
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
77%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
4.7
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
4.7
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

77%

Would Retake

83

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Professor Grimes is an incredible communicator

CHEM101A - 5.0 rating

Grimes is an awesome Chemistry professor

101 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

83% confidence
Based on 11 grades
Most common grades:
B+ (4)
A (3)
A+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(2)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 14 reported grades
B+: 4
A: 3
A+: 1
B-: 1
Common Tags
Respected (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Lecture heavy (3)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Hilarious (2)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Caring (2)
Tough grader (2)
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Ratings by Course

CHEMISTRY101

5.0

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CHEMI

5.0

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CHEM

5.0

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CHEMISTRYA

5.0

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CHEMISTRY

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

101

3.0

CHEM2

3.0

GENERALCHEMI

3.0

CHEM101A

2.7

CHEMI

2.5

Reviews (83)
4.0
3.0
CHEM2
Dec 10, 2002

No Comments

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 7, 2004

Great teacher quick and to the point no extras!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 22, 2004

Great teacher. Teaches really well. If you pay attention you should do well in his class.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Jul 22, 2004

What an amazing teacher! He makes Chemistry so easy to understand. A lot of the other profs need to take a lesson from him - he's there for us to learn, not just to stand in front of the room and show how much he knows.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Aug 12, 2004

Awesome teacher, very clear on everything, almost makes you feel like you're five with the way he talks sometimes but overall an easy course, I took it in 6 weeks. Funny guy.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Aug 12, 2004

Excellent teacher.. I just finished a 6 week summer course.. he made it enjoyable and I learned alot.. his passion for chemistry and teaching was evident consistently. I would take a class taught by him any day.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Aug 13, 2004

Has a true passion for teaching. Never thought I would find someone who made me enjoy Chemistry, but he did it. He knows how to explain things so that the beginning Chem student will understand. Always willing to answer questions, during & after class.

5.0
5.0
CHEM101
Oct 17, 2004

I never got the chance to take Grimes class because everyone wants him as a teacher, even people at admissions say your lucky if you get him. Everyone I talk to speak very good about him. Chem is a very tough class,try your best to get grimes=good grade.

5.0
1.0
CHEMISTRY101
Nov 9, 2004

One of the greatest teachers ever!!!!!! He makes chemistry easy.

5.0
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CHEMI
Nov 19, 2004

There is not enough positive words in the dictionary to say about Mr. Grimes. WOW what a teacher. It is so nice to know that there are teachers still out there who really love to teach. I never thought I would like, let alone understand Chemistry. If you can get Mr. Grimes, you will KNOW Chemistry.

5.0
2.0
CHEM
Dec 18, 2004

what an amazing teacher!!!!!

5.0
2.0
CHEMA
Jan 31, 2005

What can I say that hasn't already been said? He is absolutely amazing. Thanks Mr. Grimes! (Not to mention, how many people can say they learned from Frank Grimes? I thought Homer Simpson drove him to his death!)

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Feb 6, 2005

He is great!!! If you have to take chemistry, he is a must!!!

5.0
1.0
CHEMA
Apr 19, 2005

Awesome guy! People go into the class thinking it is going to be hard but Grimes makes chemistry look easy. Take notes and pay attention. There is math involved but the problems are very easy to do. Labs are fun but a little work. Grimes is the best. Take him if you can!

4.0
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CHEM101
May 17, 2005

Grimes is an excellent teacher. I dreaded taking this class until I had him . He knows the material and knows how to effectively deliver it. You can tell he has a lot of experience. Definitely take him, study his notes and the A is yours.

5.0
2.0
CHEMISTRYA
May 26, 2005

Awesome teacher. I never had chemistry in high school and he taught this course as if it were high school, but at college level. He's very clear. Take your notes, also for his quizzes there right from the worksheets, I highly enjoyed his class and like I said he's awesome. Labs were okay, some were a little hard but he will help you if you ask him.

5.0
3.0
CHEMISTRY
Jun 25, 2005

If you have to take chem.,he's the best teacher there is. I dreaded having to take this class but actually found it interesting and enjoyable. I only wish he taught microbiology, too.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Aug 9, 2005

He is the best science teacher I ever had! Amazing, in fact. I never thought that I could get A's in chemistry, but thanks to him, I did. All you need is his notes, and just for the record, buying the textbook is a complete waste of money. He makes references to it, but all the tests and quizzes are straight from the notes. Amazing teacher!!!

5.0
3.0
CHEMA
Aug 24, 2005

I had to retake this class since I made the mistake of taking Dr Yorke the 1st time! I was so afraid of failing again but Prof. Grimes was fantastic. He really works with you and won't move on until everyone gets it. Highly reccomended, especially if you're back in school as an adult & have forgotten what you learned in high school!

4.0
4.0
CHEM101
Dec 21, 2005

Mr. Grimes is awesome. He is by far the other chem teacher you should take at Bucks. Gives great notes. Genuinely cares about him students. test are a little hard but study and you'll do fine. all the tests are on worksheets and notes. don't even bother buying the book u dont use it. He gives Q's out in begining but doesnt collect them.

5.0
2.0
CHEM
Jan 6, 2006

Great Teacher, Took in Summer, fast paced, But I understood everything, Explains everything perfectly and makes it interesting, Labs are boring, however, they are all the same.

5.0
2.0
CHEM
Jan 9, 2006

Awesome teacher. He teaches high school kids so he understands that ... we don't get it! no big though ... if you watch his facial reactions to how fun chem. is He will crack you up. Totally take him.

5.0
1.0
CHEM
Feb 14, 2006

Was terrified of this class, but he actually made it so understandable and fun. Obvious he loves what he's doing.

5.0
2.0
CHEMI
Apr 11, 2006

Honestly, the best teacher I have ever had at BCCC - teaches at a high school level, knowing that we are only taking chem as a nursing prereq. He does get frustrated during labs but only because people in the class are idiots.

5.0
1.0
CHEMISTRY
Apr 24, 2006

the very best teacher ever around. If you don't understand chemistry before ,you will after this class

5.0
1.0
CHEM
Jun 29, 2006

i've been taking classes at bucks for three years he's the best of the best he clearly loves teaching and he wants to see everyone excell If you need any level chem take him he'll get you through it

5.0
1.0
CHEM
Aug 5, 2006

If you need healing in CHEM, run to the right Doctor: Mr Grimes. I was terrified to do this course, esp during summer coz there is alot of rushing, but this science genious made my life very easy. You totally need to take him!NOW!Class fills quickly, rush now will ya?!

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Aug 20, 2006

The only man who could ever teach me Chemistry! Classes fill up quickly, so get him while you can.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Sep 4, 2006

great teacher, funny, amusing(if chem could actually be) and if you pay attn in class, you dont even need to open the text book and you will pass, also do the labs, they r a big part of your grade, i would recommend him for those who dred chem-he made it bareable

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Sep 10, 2006

Mr. Grimes made chemistry very interesting and easy to understand. I was a bit apprehensive about taking chemistry because I thought it was a lot of memorization, but Mr. Grimes wasn't about memorizing, he wanted you to understand. He didn't use chemistry to teach chemistry, he used every day life and occurances. I highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Jan 19, 2007

He is the best, Funny, Interesting, Cuts out all the junk you don't need to know. You'd have to be an idiot not to pass his class. He gives you everything you need. The greatest teacher ever

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Mar 12, 2007

He is the best teacher ever. Is amazing how he can teach chemistry to anyone. His classes fill up instantly. Do whatever you can to get him. He's the best.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
May 3, 2007

Mr. Grimes makes it easy to understand what can be a very incomprehensible topic for many. Myself included. If you have had a bad experience in high school chemistry, yet need to take it again, get in his class ASAP! He relates things to every day life, and doesn't make you feel foolish for not understanding the topic at hand. Highly recommend!

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
May 15, 2007

Best teacher ever! Take him. I never had chem before and I got an A. He is wonderful!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 21, 2007

best teacher ever!! EXTREMELY helpful and truely wants you to pass this class..just show up, take notes and listen you'll get an A! no need for book though, just get the lab manual..if you dread chemistry, he is absolutely the guy for you!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

5.0
1.0
CHEMA
Aug 12, 2007

Mr. Grimes is a very smart and orgnized person. He's lecture is very helpful. If you can do basic math, you will get A on his class.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Aug 16, 2007

He is gifted with his ability to break down a hard subject into simple analogies, and his own much simpler formulas for diffrent chemical equations, He is very inspiring, available for help if you need it, and takes the time to make sure his students get it all. you can only do bad if you don't ask for help or show up for class. you will learn chem

5.0
3.0
CHEMA
Sep 13, 2007

He is the best teacher ever. Very clear notes and very helpful and fair. I recommend him to anyone and everyone. Show up to class, try, pay attention, and ask for extra help- you will be fine. He is great!

5.0
1.0
CHEMA101
Dec 2, 2007

best teacher ever...easy A class...his labs, quizzes, and test were so easy.HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!....his there to help when you dont understand...but her makes the material very easy for us. no one can fail this class. i didnt study hard for his class and still got an A!!

5.0
4.0
CHEM101
Dec 31, 2007

Mr. Grimes is an awsome teacher. I studies very little for this class and got an A. He totally makes you understand everything. If you like math, you'll do well. He has awesome ways of making you remember things.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Feb 6, 2008

Mr Grimes is the God of Chemistry. You will love his calss & hate the drive to Newtown. He is so sweet. You will pass if you do the worksheets, that is the test. Book is almost never needed. He is awesome! Smooches to Mr Grimes!!!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 6, 2008

He is a great teacher. If you need Chemistry sign up fast. I am sure he has a waiting list!

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Jul 4, 2008

Mr. Grimes is the man! The way he teaches Chemistry - anyone can get it! Go to class, do the worksheets and ask questions. He explains things in a way that makes it easy to get it! I dreaded taking Chemistry and he made it so easy!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101A
Nov 10, 2008

He is the best teacher ever! Even if you've never had chemistry before, you should be able to understand it and ace it! He is very enthusiastic about what he teaches and he is very helpful. Just wish that every teacher would teach like him! TAKE HIS CLASS IF YOU CAN!

5.0
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CHEM101
Dec 10, 2008

Grimes is a great teacher, if you fail its your own fault, he is always willing to explain any and everything until you understand. Just do the worksheets and ask quesions. He's also very flexible. I would definitely take him again. He made Chemistry much more understandable.

5.0
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CHEM101
Dec 25, 2008

Professor Grimes loves Chemistry but doesn't like other teachers who make it hard on students. He breaks it down so you can understand it. I never took high school Chem and feared this course until I met him. God bless you Professor Grimes for helping so many of us learn and succeed in Chem

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
May 17, 2009

i was terrified to take chemistry, but mr.grimes is sincerly the best science teacher that i have ever taken. he made it so interesting as well as made the math part easy. as long as you work hard and ask for help when needed youll do fine. i actually enjoyed chem believe it or not! ;)

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Aug 14, 2009

I agree with all the other comments. Mr. Grimes is a great teacher. Do the worksheets and take notes in class and you'll do fine. If you think you don't like chemistry, you will change your mind after his class. He teaches in a simple way that you are sure to understand. Take any Chem class he is taking, it's worth it.

5.0
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CHEMA101
Dec 16, 2009

I took Mr. Grimes summer session II. Best teacher ever! He really wants you to do well and understand.I wasnt interested in chemistry until I took his class. Learned a lot!

5.0
5.0
CHEM101
Dec 18, 2009

Mr. Grimes really enjoys teaching. He keeps very interesting & entertaining. He explains things in a way that you can understand. His tests are difficult unless you study hard, but then again it is Chemistry.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Jun 2, 2010

He's great. Very helpful & entertaining. Would definitely take him again.

4.0
2.0
CHEMA
Jul 21, 2010

Mr. Grimes is a great teacher! he makes chemistry so much easier then it is and give you many shortcuts on the way. Hes fun and energetic about teaching. His quizes for summer session are basically the review sheet and quizes and labs make up a whole lot of your grade. I would DEFINENTALY RECCOMEND TAKING HIM!

5.0
4.0
CHEM101
Dec 1, 2010

Mr. Grimes is by far one of the best professors I have ever had. He truely cares about his students and has their best interest in mind. He wants you to do well and breaks down the material so it is easy for you to understand. He is clear on what his expectations are, you cannot memorize notes for his class, you must truely understand them to pass.

5.0
2.0
CHEMA
Dec 15, 2010

Mr. Grimes has an amazing gift & talent for teaching. He appeals to all levels of intelligence. He eased our tension & extended confidence in us to make sure we knew we were capable. He helped us to keep an open mind and assured our success as long as we attended class, did the worksheets, labs and studied for tests. He is smart, fun and energetic.

5.0
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CHEM101
Jan 12, 2011

Mr. Grimes is the best! He is funny and really easy-going. The class isn't easy but he has such a love of chemistry and tries to make it very understandable and is successful at that. Just pay attention in class and study your notes - you'll get an A. Labs were fun as long as you have a good lab partner.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Mar 16, 2011

GREAT teacher!! I was scared to start Chemistry class b/c i did not do well in high school, but he makes it SO easy to understand! He is funny and tries to keep your attention the whole class! highly recommend!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 15, 2011

One of the best chem prof I ever had. As long as u go to his class everyday and listen what he teaches u then ur gone pass this class with an A without a textbook. I didn't buy a textbook and have an A for this class.

5.0
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CHEM1
Jul 8, 2011

Mr. Grimes is an amazing teacher. He makes the material easy to understand. Never had to read the text book and got an A.

5.0
2.0
CHEMN84
Nov 10, 2011

Take Mr. Grimes. You will not regret it. He makes Chemistry so easy because he teaches it so well. He gives examples, explains everything, uses metaphors, & relates things to real life. He gives everybody confidence that they can succeed. You do not need the textbook at all. If you attend every class, pay attention and take good notes, you're set.

5.0
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CHEM101
Dec 13, 2011

Mr.Grimes is an amazing professor. He honestly loves what he does and it is evident through every word which he lectures. He just wants his students to succeed. He makes chemistry easy and very understandable. He is full of wisdom and is always there to help when needed. Amazing person and amazing professor! Take him and you will enjoy chemistry!

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Dec 21, 2011

very understandable

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CHEM101
Feb 19, 2012

Mr. Grimes is the best teacher I have ever had the good fortune to have. He is a talented teacher who has an amazing gift. He knows how to teach a very difficult subject and give you confidence to take on the tough challenge. Wonderful for nursing majors!

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
May 11, 2012

A very kind and humane man. Makes a lot of funny jokes and take plessure from his work. Never made us feel lost and helped us out if we asked. But, not a lot of asking was done, because his way of putting information is very clear,bright and friendly.A very nice man.He's one of that rare kind of teachers, that are always young in their hearts.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
May 30, 2012

Great teacher! He can make chemistry fun and I LOVED the class. He gives quizzes and is totally thorough when it comes to the exams. Study the worksheets and enjoy the labs. He will help you with whatever you need in the class. I wish I had him next semester.

5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Aug 6, 2014

Really great teacher! Just do the worksheets, show up to labs and do good on the labs and you'll pass.

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Nov 17, 2014

This guy knows what he's talking about, and has no problem spending as much time as needed teaching each topic.

4.0
3.0
GENERALCHEMI
Jan 27, 2015

Mr. Grimes is a great prof. Gives you things to study and practice on. Gives partial credit and doesn't make you memorize everything, although now I need to know stuff for GenChem II and I don't! Attendance helps your grade!!

4.0
3.0
101
Jul 4, 2015

Mr. Grimes is an awesome Chemistry professor! He is very passionate about teaching Chemistry. Do not buy the textbook, as it is not needed. Only the lab book is needed. Make sure to study EVERYTHING in your notes; it WILL be on the test! He drops the lowest lab grade. He will make it a point for you to understand Chemistry. Mr. Grimes is the man!

5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2015

Excellent teacher. Prior to taking this class I hated Chemistry. He made this summer semester really interesting and totally changed my perspective on Chemistry. Awesome guy, I would definitely take his class again if I had to. A++++ recommendation.

5.0
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CHEM1
Grade: A+
May 10, 2016

Out of all my 30 or so professors i've had, Mr Grimes has to be the BEST! Chemistry is my weakest subject but he made it so simple, and helped you to understand it. I finished with an A for the class! You honestly just have to study your notes, and don't even need your book. Everything you need to know is in his lecture. Awesome teacher!

4.0
4.0
CHEM101A
Grade: B-
Aug 12, 2016
Would take again

She was a great professor and taught like you never had chemistry before. Give lots of chances to earn extra credit. I would recommend her if its your first time taking chemistry.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
CHEM101
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

Very thorough and honest about what you will need to know. Amazing professor.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
CHEM101
Grade: B+
May 12, 2017
Would take again

Professor Grimes is a great professor. He is not an easy A but if you show up to class and pay attention it is possible to get an A. I was scared of Chemistry but he made it easy to understand. Grading is clear. You will have a quiz before each test. Must do labs and show up for class. Must put in the work and you will pass.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: B
May 23, 2017
Would take again

I was so scared to take chem after being out of school for many years. Mr. Grimes breaks everything down so you're able to understand.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
CHEM101A
Grade: B+
Mar 25, 2018
Would take again

Professor Grimes is an incredible communicator. He presents difficult concepts in ways so they are easier to grasp. He is nice to students and wants them to succeed. Take him if you have the opportunity.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: C
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

I took him at 2 different colleges! I HIGHLY recommend him. he Loves what he teaches and his goal is to have you pass. He is great and very friendly. If i put more effort into the class i would have gotten a higher grade. there was nothing that this man did wrong he is AWESOME

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
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5.0
CHEM101
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 2, 2020
Wouldn't take again

It really surprised me this guy has such a high rating. He will not tell you what is on the exam so you have no idea what to expect. He doesn't teach, instead its a theater like performance which takes an excessive amount of time to make a simple point. He is not willing to understand from your perspective, making it both confusing a frustrating.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
2.0
CHEM101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Grimes is the worst teacher I have had while at bucks. He has no respect for his students and will call you out for your mistakes in front of the class. Hes honestly rude even just lecturing. Never updates his grade book so you never know what you have. Not accessible outside of class. Barely ever answers his email. Do not recommend.

Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
Apr 2, 2021
Would take again

Professor Grimes is one of my favorite professors! He breaks down information so that it is understandable. He is a very nice person as well

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2021
Would take again

Professor Grimes was one of my favorite professors so far! I was worried about taking a 6 week summer course, but he made it so easy for us! As long as you paid attention in class and did the homework he assigned it was super easy to pass the class with an A. The only hard thing was the labs, but seeing it was over zoom was understandable.

5.0
1.0
CHEM101
Grade: A
May 13, 2022
Would take again

professor grimes made chemistry so easy to learn and understand. he gives many worksheets to practice and lets the students know what the test or quiz is going to be. lab reports are also very manageable. the assignments are all weighed pretty evenly so if you fail an assignment, it is definitely possible to pass this course with no problem.

2.0
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CHEM101
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 30, 2023

Frank is a very nice professor and caring, but his tests are difficult. He doesn't give extra credit nor grade off of attendance except if you miss more than 2 labs you don't pass. Some of his lectures are clear while some aren't. You could do all assignments and still not pass. I lost my respect for him and Lauren Kerrigan who's like him.

Tough grader
So many papers
Respected
4.0
3.0
CHEM101
Grade: B+
Apr 25, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Grimes is the only person I have ever encountered that explains chemistry in a way that truly makes sense. He walks through each problem step by step, and if you ask him for clarification on anything he does his best to explain even further. So long as you show up to class and don't miss many labs, Grimes' course is one of the best at Bucks!

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

88%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

83% confidence
Based on 11 grades
Most common grades:
B+ (4)
A (3)
A+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(2)C(1)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(4)
Based on 14 reported grades
B+: 4
A: 3
A+: 1
B-: 1
Common Tags
Respected (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Lecture heavy (3)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (2)
Hilarious (2)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Caring (2)
Tough grader (2)
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Ratings by Course

CHEMISTRY101

5.0

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CHEMI

5.0

(2)

CHEM

5.0

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CHEMISTRYA

5.0

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CHEMISTRY

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

101

3.0

CHEM2

3.0

GENERALCHEMI

3.0

CHEM101A

2.7

CHEMI

2.5

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