T I P S  A N D  T R I C K S

Biological Drawings Biological Drawings
Follow this format when you are drawing biological specimens under the microscope. Additional items (ie. magnification, calculations) may be required.

Extra Credit Projects Extra Credit Projects
Improve your grade and express your creativity with these cool science projects. Projects are often featured on zeroBio for others to enjoy!

Formal Lab Reports Formal Lab Reports
Unless otherwise indicated, lab reports should follow the format in this image. Pay close attention to headings, underlining, spacing, and tabbing.

Formal Reports: Video Tutorial Formal Reports: Video Tutorial 
Watch this video for tips on how to make your reports look great!  (3.5 MB)

Informal Lab Reports/Assignments Informal Lab Reports/Assignments
This image shows you how to write up the "Skill Power 5" lab which is an example of an informal lab report.

Make a Subscript Button Make a Subscript Button: Video Tutorial 
If you are a WordPerfect user typing out chemical formulas this video might make your life a little easier.  (1.4 MB)

Study Tips Study Tips
Here are some suggestions on how to prepare for tests or exams including making a study schedule and using your notes properly.

Types of Multiple Choice Types of Multiple Choice Questions
Science teachers love to use multiple choice questions! So here are 5 different kinds that you are likely to see.

Using the TAB Button Using the TAB Button
In addition to centering and spacing the text in your reports and assignments, use the TAB button to align it just right.

Using the TAB Button: Video Tutorial Using the TAB Button: Video Tutorial 
Watch this video for tips on how to use the TAB button.  (2.6 MB)