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Arid land is characterized by low annual rainfall of less than 250 mm, by evaporation exceeding precipitation and a sparse vegetation. (Source: GEMET/LBC)
Hierarchy
Broader:
Dryland
Land
Alternative labels:
arid region
Used for:
Arid ecosystem
Concept URI:
https://www.informea.org/en/terms/arid-zone