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BIOL 260: Zoology (Patrick)

This guide is specific to BIOL 260: Zoology taught by Lorelei Patrick.

Basic parts of a citation

Citation styles vary but they all tend to include the same information. The key is to learn how to identify the different parts of the citation and then plug them into the correct place for the style.

Rules for Every Citation Style

  • Identify the parts of your article
    • Title
    • Author
    • Source
    • Date
    • URL/DOI
    • Pages
  • Find the right "formula" for your citation style
  • Plug the parts into the formula
  • There are exceptions and variations
    • Follow any directions from your instructor
    • If a part isn't there - skip it
    • Follow the general format as best you can
    • Ask for Help!