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Preparing an Abstract
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An abstract is a summary or synopsis of an article in a journal or magazine. The purpose of preparing an abstract is to acquaint you with scientific literature and to expose you to current topics in biology.
Special Instructions:
Articles to be abstracted must be at least two pages (text) in length.
Work cited must be included at the top of the abstract page.
Triple space between the citation & the start of your paper
Abstracts must be handwritten and at least two and a half pages in length.
Write your name, date, and period at the top of the abstract.
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