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Table 3 Multiple linear regression models based on basal area, length of incubation period (days), and accumulated C% of the litter to predict the k constant (n = 28; coefficient ± standard error; SEE: standard error of the estimation)

From: The effect of stand structure on litter decomposition in Pinus sylvestris L. stands in Turkey

Model

R2

SEE

 

Coefficient

p

1

0.469

0.057

Constant

0.323 ± 0.007

 < 0.0001

   

Basal area

−0.002 ± 0.0002

 < 0.0001

2

0.754

0.034

Constant

0.923 ± 0.024

 < 0.0001

   

Basal area

−0.000376 ± 0.000154

0.015

   

Days

−0.000288 ± 0.000012

 < 0.0001

   

Accumulated C

−0.0138 ± 0.000567

 < 0.0001