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Turn your AQA biology notes into flashcards you can take to Anki

Upload your class notes, slides or past-paper PDFs and get flashcards that follow your AQA biology topics, with spaced repetition built in.

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How AQA biology flashcards for Anki work

Most AQA biology revision comes down to remembering precise terms, processes and required practicals, so AQA biology flashcards for Anki work best when they are made from your own class notes and specification topics rather than a generic deck.

  • Cards are generated from the notes and slides you upload, so they match your course.
  • Spaced repetition schedules reviews around the terms you find hardest.
  • Edit any card before you study, so definitions match your teacher's wording.
  • Export to Anki on Plus to keep one revision system across subjects.
Example AQA biology flashcards
What is the function of the cell membrane?It controls which substances enter and leave the cell, so it is described as selectively permeable.
What is diffusion?The net movement of particles from a higher concentration to a lower concentration, which needs no energy input.
What does the enzyme amylase do?It breaks down starch into maltose, and it is produced in the salivary glands and the pancreas.
What is mitosis?Cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells, used for growth and repair.
What is the function of stomata in a leaf?They open and close to control gas exchange and water loss during transpiration.
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Built from your material

Upload PDFs, DOCX files, PPTX slides, plain notes or photos of textbook pages, and get cards based on what your class actually covers.

Spaced repetition

Cards come back at the intervals where you are most likely to forget them, so key terms stick before your exams.

Export to Anki

On Plus, export your cards to Anki, PDF, DOCX or CSV and keep studying wherever you already do.

How it works

Upload your biology notes

Add a PDF, slide deck, document, text file or photo of a page from your AQA biology course.

Generate and check your cards

DeckOwl creates flashcards you can review, edit and reorder before you start studying.

Study or export

Review in the browser with spaced repetition, or export to Anki on Plus to study on your phone or laptop.

Start with one topic at a time, such as cell biology or photosynthesis. Upload the slides or notes for that topic, check that the cards match what your teacher emphasized, and remove anything you do not need.

Once the deck is ready, study it with spaced repetition so the hard cards come back more often. On Plus you can export the set to Anki and keep reviewing alongside the rest of your revision.

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Frequently asked questions

How many flashcards should I make for AQA biology?

Aim for a set that covers one topic at a time, often 20 to 50 cards per topic, so each review session stays manageable. Focus on key terms, definitions and processes rather than every sentence in your notes.

How do I memorize biology terms without learning them word for word?

Write each card as a question that asks for the meaning or the process, then explain it in your own words. Test yourself on the cards before you check the answer, and revisit the ones you miss.

Can I export these flashcards to Anki?

Yes, but export to Anki is a paid feature on the Plus plan, which costs $99.90 per year or $9.99 per month. The Free plan lets you study in the browser, with 3 generations per month.

Do I need a credit card to try DeckOwl?

No, you can start without a credit card. Students also get 40% off with a school email address.

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