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Affect vs. Effect: Know the Difference (with tricks and examples)
Affect and effect are two words that are commonly confused in writing. Affect is usually used as a verb, meaning to influence or produce a change in something. Effect, on the other hand, is usually used as a noun, meaning the result or consequence of something. Learn tips and tricks to remember the differences.
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by Nancy Vesta
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Editing Tip: Strange but True Aspects of Scientific Writing
- There are a few conventions in scientific writing that look wrong but are really standard usage
- Measured quantities (e.g., 5 ml) take a singular verb
- Certain abbreviations follow usage trends that are distinct from the typical English pluralization system.
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by Ben Mudrak, PhD
3 min