Lab Report: Food Macromolecules
TitleHelp orient your reader to what work was performed. Be descriptive/specific.
Abstract150-250 words (=about one medium-length paragraph, 5-10 sentences long).
You should have 1-2 sentences for each of the following, in this order: (1) broad introduction to the study topic, (2) specific details on your study system, (3) statement of hypothesis, statement of your main findings, (4) briefly statement of future directions and (5) overall project importance/implications.
IntroductionEnvision like an upside-down triangle:First, broadly to discuss the topic (what other research has been done in this area?).
Next, move to specifics about your study system (why is your study system interesting?).
Last, conclude by briefly discussing (1-2 sentences each) (1) how the experiment was performed, (2) your hypothesis or study goals, and (3-optional!) your major takeaways.
Cite to scientific papers in this section!
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