Applying Technology to Process Data in Biology (DP IB Biology) : Revision Note

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Applying Technology to Process Data in Biology

  • With the volume and complexity of data from some types of investigation, the integration of technology has become essential for efficiently processing, analysing and interpreting experimental data

  • Technology can be used to process data when conducting internal assessments as well as during practical investigations, e.g.

    • Spreadsheets can be used to record and manipulate data

      • It is easy to input raw data, categorise it, and organise it into columns and rows

      • Spreadsheets can perform calculations, statistical analyses and mathematical operations on datasets

    • Computers can draw graphs from raw data

      • Spreadsheets employ built-in functions to automatically generate graphs and charts, making it possible to visualise trends, patterns, and correlations in the data

      • E.g. population data may yield data with large ranges that are easier to manipulate using a computer

    • Computers can use data to produce models to inform ongoing predictions

    • Images can be analysed using computer programmes


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Naomi Holyoak

Author: Naomi Holyoak

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Naomi graduated from the University of Oxford with a degree in Biological Sciences. She has 8 years of classroom experience teaching Key Stage 3 up to A-Level biology, and is currently a tutor and A-Level examiner. Naomi especially enjoys creating resources that enable students to build a solid understanding of subject content, while also connecting their knowledge with biology’s exciting, real-world applications.

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