An evaluation of the relative robustness of techniques for ecological ordination

Peter R. Minchin

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journal article Apr 01, 1987

An evaluation of the relative robustness of techniques for ecological ordination

Peter R. Minchin

Vegetatio Vol. 69 No. 1-3 pp. 89-107 · Springer Science and Business Media LLC

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Published: Apr 01, 1987
Vol/Issue: 69(1-3)
Pages: 89-107
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Peter R. Minchin (1987). An evaluation of the relative robustness of techniques for ecological ordination. Vegetatio, 69(1-3), 89-107. https://doi.org/10.1007/bf00038690

An evaluation of the relative robustness of techniques for ecological ordination

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