Aims and Scope of Journal of Arid Environments
The Journal of Arid Environments is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Elsevier. It covers research on the physical, biological, and cultural aspects of arid, semi-arid, and desert environments. According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2012 impact factor of 1.772. Less
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< 5
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | ACADEMIC PRESS LTD- ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1926 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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