The format of the citation number may vary depending on the preferences of your instructor or editor. Citation numbers may be written in superscript or placed in brackets [] or parentheses ().
[header] How to cite a scientific journal [title] Give in-line reference numbers for citation-name or citation-sequence. [step] If you are using one of these systems, the only in-text information you need to provide is the location of the source within your reference list. [substeps] For example: tortoises are susceptible to a variety of ectoparasites, including ticks and cloacal mites.