How to Cite a Encyclopedia in ACS: Format and Examples
Complete guide to citing encyclopedia entries in ACS style.
Citation Format
(1) Author, A. A. Entry Title. In Encyclopedia Name; Editor Name, Ed.; Publisher: Place, Year; Vol. Volume, pp Pages.Example
(1) Smith, J. A. Academic Writing. In Encyclopedia of Research Methods; Davis, R. M., Ed.; Academic Press: New York, 2023; Vol. 2, pp 45-60.Important Notes
- Use numbered citations
- Include editor
- Specify volume and pages
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