Table 1 Summary of the rhodolith shape analysis (size, branch density and sphericity)
From: Sponge–rhodolith interactions in a subtropical estuarine system
Bed 1 | Bed 2 | Bed 3 | Bed 4 | Bed 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Size (cm) | 5.6 ± 0.1 | 5.9 ± 0.2 | 5.9 ± 0.2 | 5.5 ± 0.1 | 6.2 ± 0.3 |
Branches cm−2 | 11.2 ± 0.2 | 9.4 ± 0.3 | 6.9 ± 0.2 | 5.5 ± 0.2 | 7.2 ± 0.3 |
Spherical forms (%) | 99.0 | 80.8 | 87.6 | 81.4 | 75.0 |
Discoidal forms (%) | 0.0 | 5.0 | 2.1 | 9.3 | 9.0 |
Ellipsoidal forms (%) | 1.0 | 14.2 | 10.3 | 9.3 | 17.0 |
Individuals measured | 100 | 87 | 100 | 100 | 35 |