Box 22Language for describing physical characteristics

If a dissertation or thesis is published on microfiche, microfilm, or microcards:

• Begin with information on the number and type of physical pieces, followed by a colon and a space

  • 5 microfiche:
  • 3 reels: [of microfilm]
  • 6 microcards:
• Enter information on the physical characteristics, such as color and size. Abbreviate common words for measurement, such as in. for inches. Separate types of information by commas.
  Typical words used include:

  • color
  • black & white

  • positive
  • negative

  • 4 x 6 in. (standard microfiche size)
  • 3 x 5 in. (standard microcard size)
  • 35 mm. (a standard microfilm size)
  • 16 mm. (a standard microfilm size)
  Examples of complete physical description statements:

  • 3 microfiche: color, positive, 4 x 6 in.
  • 5 microcards: black & white, 3 x 5 in.
  • 1 reel: black& white, negative, 35 mm.