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The effects of partial cutting on stand structure and growth, and forest plant communities of western hemlock-Sitka spruce stands in southeast Alaska

Creator:

Deal, Robert L.

Abstract:

This study evaluated the effects of partial cutting on stand structure and growth, patterns of conifer regeneration, stand mortality and disease, and understory plant diversity and abundance. Seventy-three 1/5 ha plots were established in 18 partially cut stands throughout southeast Alaska. These stands were partially cut 12 to 96 years...

Resource Type:

Dissertation