Why are Lab Reports Important?

In the past, you may have written lab reports because they were a required assignment.Ý You probably didnít really understand their purpose.Ý The truth is that lab report writing is an integral part of the scientific process.Ý Writing lab reports will help you develop or sharpen skills associated with scientific inquiry, the scientific method, scientific thinking, and scientific communication, which are at the heart of the scientific process.Ý You will find these skills useful in any area of study or interest.