Aims and Scope of AAPG Bulletin
The AAPG Bulletin is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal covering geosciences and associated technologies relating to the energy industry. It is an official journal of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists. Less
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CiteScore 

8.5
Impact Factor 

< 5
SJR 

Q1Geology

SNIP 

1.43
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AAPG Bulletin Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | AMER ASSOC PETROLEUM GEOLOGIST |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1918 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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