- Minimum 7-9-pages of text and bibliography (MLA).
- Paper must be typed, but graphs and calculations may be hand-written.
- No direct quotes. Re-state content in your own words.
- Use MLA format for your paper and citations (Works Cited).
- At least 6 sources:
- Required:
- Your textbook
- 1 book published within the last 10 years (other than your textbook)
- At least 2 peer-reviewed journal articles published within the last 5 years
- Additional sources:
- 1 specialized encyclopedia article (no general encyclopedias)
- Authoritative websites (no wikipedia), preferably with domains .edu or .gov
Consult the handout "Phytoplankton Experiment" for details about the paper.