Turn your biology notes into vocabulary flashcards
Upload a PDF, slide deck, set of notes or a photo of a page, and get flashcards for the exact terms in your course.
Why generate your own biology vocabulary flashcards
Cell organelles, enzyme names and taxonomy ranks make up a large share of intro biology exams, and a ready-made deck rarely uses the same wording as your course. biology vocabulary flashcards built from your own chapter or slides match the exact terms you will be tested on.
- Use your textbook glossary or lecture slides as the source
- Keep definitions in your own words so recall is stronger
- Review a little every day rather than cramming the night before
- Add a sentence on how each term differs from its close neighbors
Built from your material
Cards come from your own chapter or lecture, so the terms match what your professor uses.
Spaced repetition
Cards you miss come back sooner, and cards you know drop to longer intervals.
Photos work too
Snap a page of a printed glossary and the text is read with recognition, then turned into cards.
How it works
Upload your source
Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, plain text notes or an image of a page.
Review the flashcards
Check the generated terms and definitions, and edit any card before you study.
Study with spaced repetition
Run daily reviews in the browser and let the schedule bring back the terms you find hard.
Ready-made decks can still help with general review. Pairing one with cards from your own lecture notes lets you cover both the standard definitions and the emphasis your instructor has placed on certain topics.
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Frequently asked questions
How many biology vocabulary terms should I study in one session?
Short daily sessions work better than one long cram before an exam. Start with the terms from the most recent lecture and add older ones as you go.
How do I keep similar biology terms like mitosis and meiosis apart?
Write each definition in your own words and note one feature that contrasts the two. Quiz yourself on the difference, not only on the term name.
Can I export biology flashcards to Anki?
Yes, the Plus plan includes export to Anki, along with PDF, DOCX and CSV. The free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.
Do I need a credit card to try DeckOwl?
No. You can start on the free plan, which includes 3 generations per month, without adding a credit card.
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