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The Structure of a Scientific Paper

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Eloquent Science

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Organization is essential for a well-written scientific document. The readers must know where to quickly find the information they seek, from the cover page to the reference list. This chapter explains the parts of a typical scientific document, how to structure these parts into a well-organized document, and how to write each part to effectively communicate the science.

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© 2009 David M. Schultz

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Schultz, D.M. (2009). The Structure of a Scientific Paper. In: Eloquent Science. American Meteorological Society, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-935704-03-4_4

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