The Results section contains results—statements of what was found, and reference to the
data shown in visuals (figures and tables). Normally, authors do not include information
that would need to be referenced, such as comparison to others’ results. Instead, that
material is placed in the Discussion—placing the work in context of the broader field.
The Discussion also functions to provide a clear answer to the question posed in the
Introduction and to explain how the results support that conclusion.