r/chemistry
A community for chemists and those who love chemistry
How to think about r/chemistry
This community is dedicated to the exploration and discussion of chemistry, attracting both professionals and enthusiasts. Members share knowledge on various topics, including chemical reactions, laboratory techniques, and theoretical concepts. The community stands out for its focus on both practical applications and academic discussions, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of matter and its interactions.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants range from high school students to seasoned chemists, reflecting a diverse demographic with a shared passion for chemistry. The intent is often educational, with members seeking to learn, share experiments, and discuss complex ideas. The vibe is generally supportive and inquisitive, with a strong emphasis on scientific rigor and accuracy.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes detailed explanations of chemical processes, experimental results, and educational resources. Members appreciate thoroughness and clarity, while overly simplistic or inaccurate posts tend to be downvoted. Posting frequency varies, but active discussions often emerge around new research findings or educational content, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt self-promotion is typically met with skepticism. Authentic engagement through sharing valuable educational content, such as tutorials or informative articles, can resonate well. Collaborating with knowledgeable community members or contributing to discussions without a promotional agenda can build trust and credibility. Avoiding sales pitches and focusing on community enrichment is key to positive reception.
Top keywords
What r/chemistry talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/[deleted]
- u/Tetrachloronickelate
- u/HuaDong-MingLing
- u/Advanced-Tinkering
- u/JImmatSci
- u/GadgetBoyActual
- u/slimmthiccjim
- u/Feuerfrosch1
- u/HedwigQuan
- u/Straight_Scientist26
- u/ventraultram
- u/ellipsis31
- u/crystalhomie
- u/udaythumu
- u/SynthesisWorkshop
- u/HistoricalMeringue45
- u/UnknownBudgie6
- u/AutoModerator
- u/_Aquilina_
- u/tomalexx96
- u/SweetAd8815
- u/comicalitys
- u/Tsukiyamauwu
- u/Three_Twentysix
- u/vibzzlab
- u/Rbasth
- u/Professional-Ad9629
- u/Nevercomindown_
- u/bonniex345
- u/FailedKamikazePilot1
- u/Davzzoldyck
- u/flying_circuses
- u/nomcopter
- u/UniqueUsername-789
- u/ChemBroDude
- u/sedlacek00152
- u/Brian_Pollux
- u/minooo2356
- u/SecureProfile7830
- u/Inserttext12
- u/Ezaotoxin
- u/PorphyrinO
- u/dimethylsulphate
- u/Dummybotslamer
- u/red_dog_forge
- u/heccinv
- u/Hurambuk
- u/Nagarjuna3001
- u/Feuerfr0sch1
- u/Senior_Oenologist
- u/Chance_Comfort1706
- u/Floridaboii91
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- u/francyhacker345
- u/Xavion-15
- u/chloroxphil
- u/NuclearFuel45
- u/Neat_Gear3406
- u/Eucomicc
- u/ResponsibilityLoud40
- u/InspiratorAG112
- u/lorcanPBC
- u/marcelchem
- u/hquannguyen
- u/jwcrousiw
- u/Glad_Yard1
- u/KissMyBaIIs
- u/Fast-Alternative1503
- u/Chemiolis
- u/studiohorizon
- u/Al2Me6
- u/doughface10
- u/satina_nix
- u/lansojer9274
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- u/Vendis123
- u/Dragouin
- u/JoaPOK
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- u/unluckychemist
- u/GanderAtMyGoose
- u/Dangerous-Turnip-492
- u/chahud
- u/PupChem
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- u/en338
- u/ProfessionalPeace535
- u/SbWieAntimon
- u/Fieryrainbowdancer
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- u/ChemicalxPotential
- u/vanadium34
- u/Accomplished-Net6367
- u/Psyknaut
- u/Firm_Distribution173
- u/LiudvikasLTU
- u/justaguynamedrob
- u/oneannoyingfolk
- u/DismalCaterpillar82
By votes
- u/Advanced-Tinkering
- u/HuaDong-MingLing
- u/JImmatSci
- u/Feuerfrosch1
- u/Tetrachloronickelate
- u/[deleted]
- u/comicalitys
- u/FailedKamikazePilot1
- u/slimmthiccjim
- u/Professional-Ad9629
- u/Hurambuk
- u/_Aquilina_
- u/nomcopter
- u/Rbasth
- u/flying_circuses
- u/studiohorizon
- u/Excellent-Resolve-91
- u/ellipsis31
- u/Davzzoldyck
- u/udaythumu
- u/chloroxphil
- u/Tsukiyamauwu
- u/HedwigQuan
- u/lansojer9274
- u/Al2Me6
- u/heccinv
- u/tomalexx96
- u/Chemiolis
- u/staykirk
- u/Feuerfr0sch1
- u/Fieryrainbowdancer
- u/Vendis123
- u/Nagarjuna3001
- u/Aymane_-
- u/Technophysicist
- u/HistoricalMeringue45
- u/pjokinen
- u/ventraultram
- u/AmberRhyzIX
- u/Delo-k
- u/crystalhomie
- u/Dangerous-Turnip-492
- u/EnzoRaffa16
- u/SorryImGodNoraj
- u/I_eat_staplers
- u/Crowxzn
- u/Chemboll
- u/Reagentario
- u/MangosBeGood
- u/wiskybizniss
- u/FileWasTaken
- u/Floridaboii91
- u/aetos4617
- u/Ezaotoxin
- u/cegiddx
- u/doughface10
- u/packpeach
- u/M41arky
- u/LabNo9303
- u/joonehunnit
- u/Headless_Grammarian
- u/JoaPOK
- u/Straight_Scientist26
- u/TuppyWares
- u/Hoellenmann
- u/Three_Twentysix
- u/mato3232
- u/satina_nix
- u/Eastern-Business-290
- u/JohnHHolliday1886
- u/Georgium_Sidus_2509
- u/ChemBroDude
- u/inverted2pi
- u/Chance_Comfort1706
- u/LillieSupreme
- u/rola7478i
- u/Pyrotechnical-sci
- u/SillyChallenge7366
- u/HoorayFerSocks
- u/AnonimouseTransFtm
- u/en338
- u/sedlacek00152
- u/healthnut270
- u/Dragouin
- u/brainxyz
- u/Capt-MoonLight
- u/Senior_Oenologist
- u/Alone-Application-44
- u/Dizzy_Durian_161
- u/SynthesisWorkshop
- u/themenas
- u/crystalchase21
- u/aldoushasniceabs
- u/Foss44
- u/Idfkwhatido
- u/PepBono
- u/CadenDaGod
- u/Double-Craft-63
- u/SbWieAntimon
- u/Public_Criticism2200
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/[deleted]
- u/lajoswinkler
- u/TheRealDaddyPency
- u/karmicrelease
- u/reflUX_cAtalyst
- u/FoolishChemist
- u/ihavenoidea81
- u/aardvarky
- u/Advanced-Tinkering
- u/GoldStandard785
- u/ENTROPY_IS_LIFE
- u/Nano_Burger
- u/Real-Edge-9288
- u/FM79SG
- u/Laserdollarz
- u/grilltheboy
- u/lucid-waking
- u/curdled
- u/midnitte
- u/argoneum
- u/gravitonium
- u/tiewry
- u/Tsukiyamauwu
- u/IloveElsaofArendelle
- u/mescaleeto
- u/IndividualMix8838
- u/antiquemule
- u/VeryPaulite
- u/DangerousBill
- u/Bloorajah
- u/Oppenheimer____
- u/Fred_Buck
- u/8Ace8Ace
- u/TheOzarkWizard
- u/Wabsz
- u/Wonderful_Complex521
- u/Rebatu
- u/forever_feline
- u/Chance_Comfort1706
- u/HilariousMedalla
- u/SamL214
- u/ally_677
- u/SuperCarbideBros
- u/wallnumber8675309
- u/backlash10
- u/wildtyping
- u/Vogon_poetry_42
- u/LannyDamby
- u/BoringWozniak
- u/fleshtomeatyou
- u/Sybekhide
- u/lumentec
- u/Feuerfrosch1
- u/Ottoclav
- u/jin031214
- u/Raccoon_Full_of_Cum
- u/Nonax92
- u/Doc_Retard
- u/MattBonne
- u/ArtificialBrain808
- u/seaofjade
- u/tomas9019
- u/zogins
- u/Glum_Refrigerator
- u/SRiznerVT
- u/SerengetiYeti
- u/magpieCRISPR
- u/Kwa-Marmoris
- u/Fearless-Ferret6473
- u/ohmoxide
- u/Rabidcode
- u/JKDMan82-
- u/johnnyringworm
- u/Plylyfe
- u/Typo_Cat
- u/24HoursRoadie
- u/clancypants44
- u/Double_Lingonberry98
- u/mondeluz85
- u/swampthing117
- u/hlx-atom
- u/AccomplishedAnchovy
- u/swuschinho
- u/_dopamine__
- u/FUZxxl
- u/lilluz
- u/Oz_of_Three
- u/Lazy-Opposite-2649
- u/merlinsbeers
- u/rexkwando-
- u/quotidian_nightmare
- u/XANAX_90
- u/NerdyComfort-78
- u/According-Koala-10
- u/CONE-MacFlounder
- u/H3lic
- u/shmiggs_2010
- u/THElaytox
- u/iisoprene
- u/Marco45_0
By votes
- u/tiewry
- u/GradualDIME
- u/DrDeason
- u/RevolutionaryDiet602
- u/[deleted]
- u/LaPicardia
- u/grilltheboy
- u/Advanced-Tinkering
- u/lucid-waking
- u/Glum_Refrigerator
- u/mountainwocky
- u/Cookiesx9
- u/Fred_Buck
- u/ellipsis31
- u/IndividualMix8838
- u/chem44
- u/-Mr_Worldwide-
- u/-Trinitrotoluene-
- u/Icy_Conversation7231
- u/thtgyCapo
- u/thenexttimebandit
- u/ThickKolbassa
- u/Landooo420
- u/9_92_6_19__92
- u/THElaytox
- u/CarelessChemist
- u/wallnumber8675309
- u/oh_hey_dad
- u/faby_bister
- u/tymekx0
- u/thentehe
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- u/rexkwando-
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- u/smartboi-69
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- u/DarkWolf966
- u/tfhermobwoayway
- u/HalflingMelody
- u/Testthra
- u/pfrancobhz
- u/xX_nasenbaer420_Xx
- u/Killagina
- u/irago_
- u/ihavenoidea81
- u/hifructosetrashjuice
- u/LannyDamby
- u/233C
- u/SuperCarbideBros
- u/Doc_Retard
- u/_OneHappyDude
- u/Gin-ginna
- u/svaddie
- u/llorandosefue1
- u/mongochemiker
- u/Wabsz
- u/Pentamegistvs
- u/sovitin
- u/dr_the_goat
- u/karmicrelease
- u/lpenni
- u/Feuerfrosch1
- u/FlowJock
- u/madkem1
- u/Professional-Ad9629
- u/Rbasth
- u/NikoKida
- u/BadDadWhy
- u/SRiznerVT
- u/Al2Me6
- u/FredRex18
- u/crippledizzle
- u/DazzDazzle
- u/kelsobjammin
- u/Najiell
- u/Alkynesofchemistry
- u/GeneralStryker23
- u/Laserdollarz
- u/MrSinistr13
- u/Tylerdirtyn
- u/LamaLaama
- u/sockpuppets
- u/ThiccAd
- u/Neljosh
- u/padizzledonk
- u/reflUX_cAtalyst
- u/BoringWozniak
- u/staykirk
- u/unsafe1
- u/GreatKillingDino
- u/Aweshade9
- u/kingscolor
- u/BestUCanIsGoodEnough
- u/Chance_Comfort1706
- u/DMyourSSN
- u/DecaffGiraffe
- u/Jerry1b425
- u/Sybekhide
- u/studiohorizon
- u/coelogyne_pandurata
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FAQ
r/chemistry — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/chemistry have?
r/chemistry has approximately 3,854,074 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/chemistry created?
r/chemistry was created on March 13, 2008 (18 years ago).
What is r/chemistry about?
This community is dedicated to the exploration and discussion of chemistry, attracting both professionals and enthusiasts. Members share knowledge on various topics, including chemical reactions, laboratory techniques, and theoretical concepts. The community stands out for its focus on both practical applications and academic discussions, making it a valuable resource for an…
What subreddits are similar to r/chemistry?
Communities similar to r/chemistry include r/organicchemistry, r/labrats, r/chemhelp, r/biology, r/physics.
Who are the most active posters on r/chemistry?
The most frequent posters on r/chemistry include u/[deleted], u/Tetrachloronickelate, u/HuaDong-MingLing.
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