What are appendices in an essay?

What are appendices in an essay?

What is an appendix?

• A section at the end of a paper that includes information that is too detailed for the text of the paper itself and would “burden the reader” or be “distracting,” or “inappropriate” (APA, 2019, p. 41-42).
• The content in the appendices should be “easily presented in print format” (APA, 2019, p. 41).

How do you make an appendix in Word?

Insert an automated cross-reference to an appendix

1. Place your cursor in the text where you want to insert the cross-reference.
2. Go to the References tab > Captions group, then click Cross-reference.
3. In the Reference type field, click the drop-down arrow and select Numbered item (first in the list).

How do you make an Appendix link?

If you wish to refer to an appendix in someone else’s work, then you note this, along with a page number if appropriate, in the citation in your text, for example: It has been shown (Walsh, 2010 Appendix A p. 2) that The book, journal article etc is referenced in the normal way in your reference list.

What causes your appendix to burst?

A blockage in the lining of the appendix that results in infection is the likely cause of appendicitis. The bacteria multiply rapidly, causing the appendix to become inflamed, swollen and filled with pus. If not treated promptly, the appendix can rupture.

Does removing appendix affect anything?

For most individuals there are no long-term consequences of removing the appendix. However, some individuals may have an increased risk of developing an incisional hernia, stump appendicitis (infections due to a retained portion of the appendix), and bowel obstruction.

What organs do we not need?

Here are some of the “non-vital organs”.

• Spleen. This organ sits on the left side of the abdomen, towards the back under the ribs.
• Stomach.
• Reproductive organs.
• Colon.
• Gallbladder.
• Appendix.
• Kidneys.

Can having no appendix cause problems?

Some studies have shown, however, that people without an appendix may have slightly higher rates of infection than those with a functioning organ. “It may also take them slightly longer to recover from illness, especially those in which the beneficial gut bacteria has been flushed out of the body,” Smith added.

Are you immunocompromised without an appendix?

The appendix is not “part of your immune system”; it’s part of your large intestine.

How do I know if I need my appendix removed?

The possible signs of appendicitis include:

1. Pain and tenderness located in the lower right portion of the abdomen.
2. Pain that is worsened by movement, coughing, sneezing, or deep breathing.
3. Nausea and/or vomiting.
4. Low-grade fever.
5. Inability to pass gas.
6. Loss of appetite.