Question

read this excerpt from a passage and the references entry for the source listed below the excerpt. according to wikipedia, humans are affected by plastic pollution, too. in fact, being exposed to chemicals in plastics disrupts the thyroid hormone axis and other hormones. plastic pollution. (2017, nov. 12) in wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php? title=plastic_pollution&oldid=822757202 is this source credible or not credible, and why or why not? this source is credible because it was written recently and is not outdated. this source is not credible because only primary sources should be trusted for evidence in a research paper. this source is credible because it comes from a reputable online source. this source is not credible because anyone can post or edit information on wikipedia, whether or not they have expertise in the subject.

Explanation:

Wikipedia is a collaborative online platform where content can be edited by anyone. While it is a well - known source, the fact that it can be edited by non - experts (anyone can post or edit information) means that the content may not always be reliable. Academic research papers, on the other hand, go through a peer - review process, which is a more rigorous method of ensuring credibility.

Answer:

This source is not credible because anyone can post or edit information on Wikipedia, whether or not they have expertise in the subject.