Physical Science

When writing a paper it is important to cite where you find your information, quotations, and ideas. For examples of how to format your citations see the following library guides: APA Style Guide, MLA Style Guide Citation tools are also available in a lot of the databases now. Look for these to help you out. Note: not all database citations tools are using the MLA 9th edition yet.

Important, determine which format your instructor is requiring for the assignment

In the Library’s circulating and reference collections we have the following:

• Concise Guide to APA Style, 7th edition.   BF76.7 .C66 2020
• MLA Handbook, 9th edition.  LB2369 .M52 2021

Important: Know your assignment. Note if your instructor has particular requirements for setting up your paper/project.

• APA Style Guide - SUNY Broome Library guide
• APA Formatting and Style Guide - General Format - Purdue Writing Lab (OWL)

Important: Know your assignment. Note if your instructor has particular requirements for setting up your paper/project.

• MLA Style Guide - SUNY Broome Library guide
• MLA Style Center - Citations by Format
  • For more information see the drop down menu for "CITING SOURCES" (top of web page).
• MLA Formatting and Style Guide - MLA General Format - Purdue Writing Lab (OWL)