A Large Value of the Patch Shape Index, S =

question 27

Multiple Choice

A large value of the patch shape index, S = P/(2A) , indicates a

• A) shape near a circle, with a high perimeter-to-area ratio.
• B) shape near a circle, with a low perimeter-to-area ratio.
• C) very elongated shape, with a low perimeter-to-area ratio.
• D) very elongated shape, with a high perimeter-to-area ratio.

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