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Literature Review in Technical Reports

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What is the purpose of a literature review in a scientific essay, project, or report?

To replicate the research of other scientists

To provide a summary of the research literature

To create new scientific knowledge

To demonstrate awareness of relevant research on the topic (correct)

Why are literature reviews important to scientists?

Scientific knowledge is static and unchanging

Scientific knowledge changes as scientists conduct research and report their findings (correct)

To replicate the research of other scientists

To show the relevance and significance of different publications

What does a literature review provide the reader with?

A statement of new scientific knowledge

A replication of the research studies

A summary of the research literature

An evaluation of the research (correct)

What is necessary to show in a literature review?

<p>The relevance and significance of different publications</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to write a literature review?

<p>Analyze the topic – What exactly are you being asked to do.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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A literature review is an essential component of scientific essays, projects, or reports.
The importance of literature reviews lies in the dynamic nature of scientific knowledge.
Scientific knowledge evolves as researchers conduct, replicate, and report their findings.
A literature review provides the reader with a clear statement of the topic or problem being addressed.
It offers a comprehensive presentation of published research on the subject.
An evaluation of the research is also provided to gauge its relevance and significance.
Indicates the need for further research in the field.
To write an effective literature review, identify the topic and analyze its requirements.
Locate relevant published research using reliable sources.
Be cautious when using internet sources.

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Learn about the importance and structure of literature reviews in scientific essays, projects, and reports. Understand how to demonstrate awareness of relevant research and how literature reviews can form a stand-alone assignment.