General aspects of scientific writing

Written communication is an essential component of aU sciences. Most courses include writing exercises in which you will learn to describe ideas and results accurately, succinctly and in an appropriate style and format. The following are features common to aU forms of scientific writing. 

Making a timetable at the outset helps ensure that you give each stage adequate attention and complete the work on time. To create and use a timetable  

Decide on the proportion of the total time each stage should take. 

Set realistic deadlines for completing each stage, allowing some time for slippage. 

Refer to your timetable frequently as you work if you fail to meet one of your deadlines, make a serious elfort to catch up as soon as possible. 

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