Command Terms for Chemistry Flashcards
Arrange or oder by class or category
Classify
Give the precise meaning of a word, phrase, concept or physical quantity.
Define
Represent by means of a labelled, accurate diagram or graph, using a pencil. A ruler (straight edge) should be used for straight lines. Diagrams should be drawn to scale. Graphs should have points correctly plotted (if appropriate) and joined in a straight line or smooth curve.
Draw
add labels to a diagram.
Label
Give a sequence of brief answers with no explanation.
List
Obtain a value for a quantity
Measure
Give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation.
State
Add brief notes to a diagram or graph.
Annotate
Use an idea, equation, principle, theory or law in relation to a given problem or issue.
Apply
Obtain a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working
Calculate
Give a detailed account
Describe
Make clear the differences between two or more concepts or items
Distinguish
Obtain an approximate value.
Estimate
Express precisely and systematically the relevant concept(s) or argument(s).
Formulate
Provide an answer from a number of possibilities
Identify
Give a brief account or summary
Outline
Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure
Analyse
Give a judgement based on a given statement or result of a calculation.
Comment
Give an account of the similarities between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Compare
Give an account of similarities and differences between two (or more) items or situations, referring to both (all) of them throughout.
Compare and Contrast
Display information in a diagrammatic or logical form
Construct
Reach a conclusion from the information given.
Deduce
Make clear by reasoning or evidence, illustrating with examples or practical application.
Demonstrate
Manipulate a mathematical relationship to give a new equation or relationship
Derive
Produce a plane, simulation or model
Design
Obtain the only possible answer
Determine
Offer a considered and balanced review that includes a range of arguments, factors or hypothesis. Opinions or conclusions should be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.
Discuss
Make an appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations
Evaluate
Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and interrelationships of the issue.
Examine
Give a detailed account including reasons or causes.
Explain
Undertake a systematic process of discovery
Explore
Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information.
Interpret
Give valid reasons or evidence to support an answer or conclusion.
Justify
Give an expected result
Predict
Give the steps in a calculation or dervation
Show
Represent by means of a diagram or graph (labelled as appropriate). The sketch should give a general idea of the required shape or relationship, and should include relevant features.
Sketch
Obtain the answer(s) using algebraic and/or numerical and/or graphical methods
Solve
Proposes a solution, hypothesis or other possible answer
Suggest
