click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Biology SEP Terms
Non-science SEP terms from NYS Biology Curriculum
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Analyze | To examine something in detail for purposes of explanation and interpretation |
| Model | A simplified representation used to explain the workings of a complex system or process |
| Evaluate | To judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something |
| Design | The plan or drawing produced to show the look and function of something before it is built |
| Simulate | To imitate the appearance or character of a process or system |
| Construct | To build or form something by putting parts together |
| Illustrate | To explain or make something clear by using examples, charts, or diagrams |
| Measure | To ascertain the size, amount, or degree of something using an instrument or device |
| Optimize | To make the best or most effective use of a situation or resource |
| Revise | To re-examine and make alterations to something, often to improve it |
| Validate | To confirm or support something on a sound basis or authoritative standards |
| Organize | To arrange systematically; to order |
| Interpret | To explain the meaning of information or actions |
| Adapt | To adjust or modify something to suit a new purpose or situation |
| Correlate | To show a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things |
| Integrate | To combine one thing with another to form a whole |
| Assess | To evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something |
| Innovate | To introduce new methods, ideas, or products |
| Formulate | To create or devise methodically a strategy or proposal |
| Implement | To put a decision, plan, or agreement into effect |
| Predict | To declare or indicate in advance, especially on the basis of observation, experience, or scientific reason |
| Compare | To represent as similar or different |
| Explore | To thoroughly discuss or consider a subject in detail |
| Reflect | To think deeply or carefully about something |
| Clarify | To make a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible |
| Propose | To put forward an idea or plan for consideration |
| Incorporate | To take in or include something as part of a whole |
| Examine | To inspect closely and thoroughly |
| Critique | To evaluate in a detailed and analytical way |
| Synthesize | To combine a number of things into a coherent whole |