User:Bucketkitty/Evaluate an Article

Which article are you evaluating?
Freshwater acidification

Why you have chosen this article to evaluate?
I chose freshwater acidification because it relates to my class on ecology and seemed interesting. As CO2 levels continue to increase, it's important to consider the implications beyond just changes in global temperatures but also its effect on water pH. The article seemed a little short but provided a good overview of the subject.

Evaluate the article
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The article seems good if a little short. The lead section is good and provides a concise overview. The article is relevant to the topic and gives what seems to be the most important facts about it. However, I think the section on freshwater effects on aquatic ecosystems could be expanded. The tone is neutral and appropriate. The link for the fourth source directs you to an error page, but overall, the sources seem reliable. The writing is clear with only a few minor issues with flow ("The thick layer of Sphagnum is restricting the exchange between surface water and sediment, which further contributes to reduction in nutrient cycling in the ecosystem" would be better as "The thick layer of Sphagnum restricts the exchange between surface water and sediment, which further contributes to reduction in nutrient cycling in the ecosystem"). The images have good captions. The map of the Atlantic feels a little irrelevant since it doesn't illustrate anything about freshwater acidification or its effects. The other images are useful and contribute to improving understanding. The talk page is pretty inactive with only two posts commenting about changes (clarifying freshwater vs ocean acidification) and fixing grammatical errors.