Table 1 Olson decomposition model regression equations for three types of litter.
From: Decomposition dynamics and nutrient release of walnut orchard litter in the Taihang Mountains, China
Litter type | Regression equation | Decomposition coefficient (k) | Correlation coefficient (R2) | Half decomposition time (t0.5) /a | Decompose 95% of time (t0.95) /a |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Leaf | y = 1.0037e−0.5412t | 0.5412 | 0.977 | 1.28 | 5.54 |
Husk | y = 1.0395 e−1.3140t | 1.3140 | 0.895 | 0.53 | 2.28 |
Male inflorescence | y = 0.9706 e−1.7852t | 1.7852 | 0.921 | 0.39 | 1.68 |
