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My graph represents the average branch length from the four branches I chose at each plant. I chose five different plants randomly at each transect to represent a larger proportion of the available study species. In organising my data for my graph I did have some difficulties. I was unsure how to best represent my data and how to show the comparison between the two transects. I decided to use a graph showing the two lines, one of each transect so the differences were clear. As well, when choosing the numbers I felt that showing the branch length of each plant I chose would become cluttered and unnecessary so I found the average branch length of each plant I studied. My data made me want to see this study on a larger scale to see if this would be common findings across the landscape.
what specifically did your data reveal and why did it make you want to see it at a larger scale – things to think about for your paper