The use of English in South African science

Scientific reports, articles, strategies and plans in South Africa (and elsewhere) are often written in unnecessarily confusing, complex and obscure language. While this is often unintended, it can be used by some to assert authority and discourage inquiry or dissent. Specialist styles of writing...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Jude Cobbing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Academy of Science of South Africa 2011-01-01
Series:South African Journal of Science
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Online Access:https://www.sajs.co.za/article/view/10071