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What should scientific writing aim to do?
Interest, inform, and persuade the reader.
What tense should be used for established facts in scientific writing?
Present verb tense.
What is a common structure for the discussion section in a scientific paper?
Beginning, middle, and end.
What should the beginning of the discussion section state?
The answer to the research question and summarize main findings.
Fill in the blank: The write-up should eliminate unnecessary _______.
redundancy.
What should authors avoid when citing previous research that does not support their findings?
Ignoring the study.
True or False: The discussion section should introduce new results or analysis.
False.
What is the recommended maximum number of paragraphs for the discussion section?
6-7 paragraphs.
What should each sentence in the discussion section contain?
A single point.
What should be avoided in scientific writing to ensure clarity?
Excessive wording and complex sentences.
What is a key point to consider when writing conclusions?
Indicating the importance of the work by stating implications and suggesting future work.
What should authors do if unexpected results emerge from their findings?
Explain their meaning in relation to the research problem.
Fill in the blank: Use _______ rather than negative constructions.
affirmative.
What is a common mistake in the discussion section regarding results?
Restating and overinterpreting results.
What should the discussion section end with?
A concise summary of the principal implications.
What is a recommended practice for proofreading a scientific paper?
Proofread carefully; spell check does not catch everything.
What should authors do when they encounter limitations in their study?
Acknowledge and describe the limitations in detail.
Fill in the blank: Avoid using jargons or _______ technical language.
undefined.
What is the importance of transitions in scientific writing?
They help connect ideas and maintain a logical flow.
What is the recommended approach when discussing findings that differ from previous studies?
Explain why the research findings differ.
What should be systematically explained in the discussion section?
The underlying meaning of the findings and their significance.
How should authors handle recommendations for further research?
Include them in either the discussion or conclusion, but not both.
