AMA Citation Guide - Encyclopedia

How to Cite a Encyclopedia in AMA: Format and Examples

Complete guide to citing encyclopedia entries in AMA style.

Citation Format

1. Author AA. Entry title. In: Editor Name, ed. Encyclopedia Name. Place: Publisher; Year:Pages.

Example

1. Smith JA. Academic Writing. In: Davis RM, ed. Encyclopedia of Research Methods. New York: Academic Press; 2023:45-60.

Important Notes

Use numbered citations
Include editor
Specify pages with colon

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