Which best describes Internet wikis as a source of scientific information?
A. Wikis are good sources of reliable scientific information.
B. Wikis are written only by experts in their fields.
C. Wikis are always extensively peer reviewed.
D. Wikis are written or edited by anyone.
Answer (2)
Wikis are written or edited by anyone, allowing for diverse information but also raising reliability concerns. They typically lack extensive peer review, and this can result in both accurate and inaccurate content. Therefore, users must critically evaluate this information.
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Internet wikis are written and edited by anyone, making them diverse but also potentially unreliable. They are not always peer-reviewed and may not be authored by experts. Users should evaluate information critically, as some content may not be accurate. ;
