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Sample Concept Map in Science

See how the main science ideas link together in one map. Then create your own from your class notes, a PDF or a topic.

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What you get
Interactive mind maps of the main ideas and how they connect. Free: overview maps (detailed maps on your first 3 creations). Plus: detailed maps with supporting concepts.
Exports
Your first PDF or PNG export is free; Plus exports anytime.
Price
Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
Sign-up
A free account is required before you create anything (Google or email). No credit card.
What you can upload
PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.

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Build a Science Map From Your Notes

Start from the material you already study, then let the AI organize it into linked branches.

Upload Your Class Material

Add a PDF, Word or PowerPoint file, or a text or image of your notes, and the AI builds the map.

Expand Any Branch

Open a concept with AI to add detail, such as causes, examples or definitions, as you study.

Turn the Map Into a Quiz

Test yourself on the connections in the map, or make flashcards from the same notes.

How to Make a Science Concept Map

Three steps from your science notes to a study map you can revise from.

  1. 1

    Add Your Notes or Topic

    Upload your science notes or slides, or type a topic such as photosynthesis or forces.

  2. 2

    AI Builds the Map

    The AI finds the key concepts and links them into branches you can read at a glance.

  3. 3

    Study, Expand and Quiz

    Edit nodes, expand weak branches, then export a PNG or PDF or test yourself with a quiz.

Science Concept Map Example and Structure

A sample of concept map in science shows how big ideas connect through labeled links. Most science topics divide into matter, energy, living systems and Earth processes. Each branch then splits into smaller concepts, such as particles and states of matter under matter, or energy transfer and energy types under energy.

  • Matter: particles, atoms, elements, compounds and states
  • Energy: forms, transfer, conservation and energy types
  • Living systems: cells, organs, metabolism and reproduction
  • Earth processes: rock cycle, weather, water cycle and climate
  • Links: labeled connections showing cause, effect and relationships

Use a map like this to revise before a test or check how topics relate. To make a version based on your own course notes, CogniGuide can build a personalized science concept map in minutes.

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Science Concept Map Questions

Answers about science concept maps and how to build one from your own material.

What should a science concept map include?

It should include the main science concepts as nodes, with labeled links that explain how they relate. Good maps show cause and effect, such as how energy transfer affects temperature, rather than just listing terms.

How many levels should a science concept map have?

Most useful maps have three or four levels: a central topic, main branches, sub-concepts and examples. Too many levels make the map hard to scan, so keep the branches focused.

Which files can CogniGuide use to make my science map?

You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or an image of your notes. You can also type a topic and build a map from that.

Is CogniGuide free for science concept maps?

Yes, the free plan includes 5 creations a week and needs no payment. Paid plans raise the limits. You can also turn your finished map into a quiz.