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Results and
discussion
In this section, you present your processed data in graphs,
figures or tables and explain their significance in relation to the
experimental aim. This usually involves comparing them with
the calculations made in your preliminary work or the published
theoretical values.
! the present simple is used to explain what a table shows, the
past simple to state what the findings were.
Conclusion
That is a summary of your findings. Avoid repeating information
from the introduction and abstract. It should be brief and to the
point. Indicate to what extent the aims of the experiment were
achieved.Summarise the main points of your findings including
key values.
!the present perfect may be used to state “This report has
shown…”.
the past simple is used to state what was done or found.
Modal verbs might be used to suggest further study or add
caution. Modal verbs do not show tense.
For
more
information,
please
refer
to
ABSTRACT
An abstract is a concise summary of your project including the most
important points. But it also can be a summary of an academic text (such as a
journal article or dissertation). It is perfectly logic and coherent. It serves two
main purposes:
To help potential readers determine the relevance of your paper for
their own research.
To communicate your key findings to those who don’t have time to read
the whole paper.
Study the following example of an informative abstract. Find
sentences which give information on
background
purpose and aim
methods
results
conclusions
Abstract (Zoltan, 2005)
