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Hypothesis: How does living moss population growing the the trunks of trees differ among trees that are sheltered, partially sheltered, or exposed to the weather?
Prediction: There will be a high population of moss on trees that are sheltered.
Response variable: moss population
(categorical)
Explanatory variable: trees snow/ rain fall exposer
(categorical)
Hi there,
Interesting field project!
Your prediction states that there will be a high concentration of moss that is located on trees that are partially exposed. How do you think the moss on the ground will be affected due to the level of exposure?
The surrounding trees can also aid in sheltering ground moss, altering its degree of exposure. Will you be looking at ground moss too, or only those found on trees?
If you are considering moss that is located on the ground it is important to consider the moisture levels in the soil too – this could have a significant effect on mosses density.
Good luck with the rest of your project.