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Glossary of Library Terms: J

Library words explained briefly with French translation. Indexes for direct links.

Journal

A publication that contains a collection of articles, along with other material such as letters to the editor or book reviews.

It is usually dedicated to a particular subject (medical journal, psychology journal, art journal, etc.) and is published at regular intervals. A scholarly or academic journal groups articles that report on academic research. These articles undergo a peer-review process before they are published. 

See also:  Periodical, Trade Journal

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revue scientifique

revue savante