Here are the most common terms and what they usually signify:
* Bibliography: This term is broad and can encompass a list of all sources consulted for the work, even if they are not directly cited within the text.
* References: This term usually refers to a list of sources that were actually cited within the text of the work.
* Works Cited: This term also refers to a list of sources that were cited within the text of the work.
The specific term used will depend on the style guide or conventions followed by the author or publisher.
Regardless of the specific name, the purpose of the list is the same: to provide readers with the information they need to find and verify the sources that were used in the work.
This list typically includes the following information for each source:
* Author's name
* Title of the work
* Publication details (publisher, date, volume/issue number, etc.)
* Location information (page numbers, URL, etc.)
Here are some examples of formatting styles for different types of sources:
Book:
* Author's Last Name, First Name. *Title of Book*. Publisher, Year of Publication.
Journal Article:
* Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." *Journal Name*, Volume Number, Issue Number (Year of Publication): Page Numbers.
Website:
* Author's Last Name, First Name (if available). "Title of Page." *Name of Website*, Date of Publication (if available). URL.
The specific formatting rules will vary depending on the citation style used.
Some common citation styles include:
* MLA (Modern Language Association)
* APA (American Psychological Association)
* Chicago
* Turabian
* Harvard
It's important to follow the style guide or conventions that are specified by the author's institution, publisher, or discipline.