what type of format should I use when writing an essay in college Astronomy class?
I have to write an essay in my astronomy class. I am familiar with using MLA format and I would like to use it this time, but if there is a type of writing format used in the American Astronomers Society please tell me the name of it.
Thank you very much.
Yes, actually, there is a specific format. It’s done in LaTeX, which is a document preparation software used by most scientists to write their papers. It takes some work to learn, or you could download LyX which is a front-end for it which makes it a lot easier to use. And they have versions for every operating system (astronomers used to use Unix, then most used Linux, and now many are using Macs).
http://www.lyx.org/
And then you’ll need a template for the article. LyX includes one called AASTeX. It will take some work to learn, so start early, but it makes all your work look really impressive, and your professor will definitely be impressed. If you want to continue in science, LaTeX skills are a must.
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