Reports original research or experimentation. Articles written by an expert in the field for other experts in the field. Article uses specialized jargon of the discipline. Articles undergo peer review process before acceptance for publication in order to assure scholarly content. Authors of articles always cite their sources in the form of footnotes or bibliographies.
Page numbers are usually continuous in a volume rather than a single issue.
Provides information in a general manner to a broad audience. Articles generally written by a member of the editorial staff or a free lance writer. Language of articles is geared to a general audience, no subject expertise assumed. Articles are often heavily illustrated, generally with photographs. No peer review process.