IB Biology Command Terms

give the precise meaning of a word, phrase or physical quantity. 

• analyze
• derive
• define
• determine

represent by means of pencil lines

• draw
• annotate
• outline
• design

add labels to a diagram

• comment
• label
• describe
• construct

give a sequence of names or other brief answers with no explanation

• analyze
• apply
• determine
• list

find a value for a quantity

• state
• identify
• measure
• label

give a specific name, value or other brief answer without explanation or calculation

• define
• list
• describe
• state

add brief notes to a diagram or graph

• list
• annotate
• draw
• comment

use an idea, equation, principle, theory, or law in a new situation

• apply
• estimate
• describe
• determine

find a numerical answer showing the relevant stages in the working

• estimate
• distinguish
• calculate
• deduce

give a detailed account

• describe
• distinguish
• define
• identify