Scientific Writing: Understanding the IMRAD Format
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What is the key characteristic of scientific writing?

  • Complexity
  • Ambiguity
  • Vagueness
  • Clarity (correct)

    • Which organization structure has become dominant for scientific papers?

  • Descriptive 'First, I did this, and then I did that'
  • IMRAD (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion) (correct)
  • The Journal des Sçavans in France
  • First, I saw this, and then I saw that

    • What is the axiom of science mentioned in the text?

  • A scientific theory cannot be challenged
  • A scientific journal must be published in English
  • A scientific experiment is not complete until the results have been published and understood (correct)
  • A scientific experiment should be repeated at least 10 times

    • What did Louis Pasteur's work lead to in the reporting of science?

    <p>Increased emphasis on methodology (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary means of communication in the sciences since 1665?

    <p>Journals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of scientific writing?

    <p>To report original research in standard format (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the broader sense of scientific writing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Fictional storytelling based on scientific concepts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of good scientific writing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Clear communication by avoiding unnecessary detail (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of scientific writing, when are technical terms and jargon used?

    <p>Only when necessary for accuracy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of evidence does a research paper, as a form of scientific writing, emphasize?

    <p>Statistical data and preexisting research (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of scientific writing?

    <p>To communicate results clearly and accurately (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of good scientific writing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Being structured logically (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of scientific writing, when are technical terms and jargon used?

    <p>To enhance clarity and convey specialized meaning to experts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Louis Pasteur's work lead to in the reporting of science?

    <p>Enhanced importance of structured reporting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the axiom of science mentioned in the text?

    <p>'A scientific experiment is not complete until the results have been published and understood' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of scientific writing?

    <p>Reporting original research to other scientists (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of scientific writing, when are technical terms and jargon used?

    <p>Only when they are necessary for accuracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of evidence does a research paper, as a form of scientific writing, emphasize?

    <p>Statistical data and preexisting research (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the broader sense of scientific writing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Social media posts and tweets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of good scientific writing as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Avoids making assumptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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