A Survey of Radial Growth Trends in Spruce in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as Influenced by Topography, Age, and Stand Development
Title | A Survey of Radial Growth Trends in Spruce in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as Influenced by Topography, Age, and Stand Development |
Publication Type | Scientific Report |
Year of Publication | 1990 |
Authors | Adams, Harold S., Samuel B. McLaughlin, T. J. Blasing, and D. N. Duvick |
Institution | U.S. Department of Energy |
Place Published | Oak Ridge National Laboratory |
Subjects | Red spruce, Trees, Trees -- Growth |
Description | A survey of red spruce growth trends at several sites in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) was undertaken to determine the relationship of the magnitude and timing of changes in annual radial increment to elevation, aspect, tree age, mortality, and competitive status. The growth changes observed suggest responses to changes in climate (principally temperature) or atmospheric pollution acting individually or, more likely, in combination. Major emphasis on these potential causes is warranted in future studies. 56 refs., 8 figs., 11 tabs. |
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