Scientific literature

Scientific literature refers to the body of work that includes the written documents and publications that are accepted by the scientific community as a relevant contribution to a particular field of study. This includes peer-reviewed articles, books, theses, conference papers, patents, and technical reports.

Types of Scientific Literature

Primary Literature

Primary literature refers to the first formal appearance of a scientist's research in the scientific community. It includes experimental studies, observational studies, and clinical trials.

Secondary Literature

Secondary literature includes publications that rely on primary literature for their content. These include reviews, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews.

Tertiary Literature

Tertiary literature consists of a distillation and collection of primary and secondary sources. These include textbooks, encyclopedias, and handbooks.

Importance of Scientific Literature

Scientific literature is crucial for the advancement of science as it allows for the dissemination of new findings, ideas, and theories. It also provides a record of scientific progress over time and is a key resource for scientists in their research.

See Also

• Academic publishing
• Scientific journal
• Scientific writing
• Scientific method

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