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NLM Classification Overview
Library Classification
LCC vs. NLM Classification
Introduction to NLM Classification
Schedules
Index
Knowledge Check
Classification (Class) Numbers
Call Numbers vs. Classification Numbers
Class Number Format
Special Class Number Types
Form Numbers
A–Z Topic
Canceled Numbers
Classification Notes
Table G/Geographic Notation
About
Geographic Tables
Format of Geographic Cutter Numbers
Applying Table G
Knowledge Check
Finding the Appropriate Class Number
Steps
Concepts
Primary Subject(s) Not in Classification Index
Form Number Preferences
Subject Classification Preference
Other Considerations
Age Groups
Biography and Autobiography
Nursing Materials
Knowledge Check
Classification of Special Materials
19th Century Works and Early Printed Books
Bibliographies and Related Materials
About
Bibliography
Abstracts and Indexes
Library Holdings
Archives
Serial Publications and Integrating Resources
Knowledge Check
Using the Online NLM Classification
Closing
Additional Resources
NLM® Classification Fundamentals
Training & Outreach
Learning Resources
Course Home
NLM Classification Overview
Library Classification
LCC vs. NLM Classification
Introduction to NLM Classification
Schedules
Index
Knowledge Check
Classification (Class) Numbers
Call Numbers vs. Classification Numbers
Class Number Format
Special Class Number Types
Form Numbers
A–Z Topic
Canceled Numbers
Classification Notes
Table G/Geographic Notation
About
Geographic Tables
Format of Geographic Cutter Numbers
Applying Table G
Knowledge Check
Finding the Appropriate Class Number
Steps
Concepts
Primary Subject(s) Not in Classification Index
Form Number Preferences
Subject Classification Preference
Other Considerations
Age Groups
Biography and Autobiography
Nursing Materials
Knowledge Check
Classification of Special Materials
19th Century Works and Early Printed Books
Bibliographies and Related Materials
About
Bibliography
Abstracts and Indexes
Library Holdings
Archives
Serial Publications and Integrating Resources
Knowledge Check
Using the Online NLM Classification
Closing
Additional Resources
Classification of Special Materials
Bibliographies and Related Materials
About
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Special rules are used for classifying the following:
Bibliography
: a list of print or non-print materials.
Abstracts
: annotated bibliographies; do not confuse with conference abstracts.
Indexes
: works providing an analytical subject approach to materials.
Library catalogs
: holdings of libraries.
Archives
: repositories of historical information.
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