How to Ace Chemistry: 7 Strategies to Get an A in Chem Tip 1: Know the history of Chemistry. ... Tip 2: Learn the Periodic Table using songs and mnemonics. ... Tip 3: The secret to success is using formulas! ... Tip 4: Know how to write Extended Experimental Investigation (EEI) and Extended Response Questions (ERQ) More items... Feb 28, 2020