Bio skills cards

A set of flashcards summarizing key terms and concepts related to biological drawing, graphing, table creation, and the experimental process.

Biological Drawing Rules

Guidelines for accurately representing biological structures, emphasizing neatness, proportion, and labeling.

Heading

Text used as a title for a diagram, typically starting with 'Diagram to show…' and placed above the diagram.

Independent Variable (IV)

The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable (DV)

The variable that is measured or tested in an experiment, which is affected by the independent variable.

Control Variables

Factors that are kept constant throughout an experiment to ensure that the results are valid.

Qualitative Data

Data that is descriptive and interpretative, focusing on qualities rather than numerical values.

Quantitative Data

Data that is numerical and measurable, allowing for statistical analysis.

Aim

A statement outlining the purpose of the experiment, which usually begins with 'To determine…'.

Hypothesis

A testable statement predicting the outcome of an experiment based on observations.

Diagram Labeling Rules

Labels must be in pen on the right-hand side of a vertical line; should be one under the other and not crossing over.

Graphing Rules

Graphs must have a clear heading, labeled axes with units, and must accurately represent the data.

Table Creation

Tables must have a clear heading, with the independent variable on the left and the dependent variable on the right.

Control Group

The group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used for comparison.

Conclusion

A summary of the experiment's findings, addressing the initial aim and stating whether the hypothesis was supported.

Calculating Image Size

The method involves using a formula to relate the ruler measurement and magnification to find the actual size.