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Paper Formatting

  • The ACS Style Guide does not specify how a paper should be formatted.
  • In general, these guidelines are considered good practice.
  • Be sure to follow your instructor's directions on how to format your paper.

Margins

  • Page margins should be set 1 inch all around.

Font

  • For the body of the paper, use Times New Roman 12.
  • For chemical structures, tables, and other elements refer to the style guide.

Double-Space

  • The paper, including quotations, notes, and the list of works cited should be double-spaced.
  • Leave one space after a period or other concluding punctuation mark, unless you are told by your instructor to leave two spaces.