noun a square or rectangular plot of land used for scientific sampling or study in ecology
In environmental science, quadrats are used for habitat assessments and monitoring biodiversity.
In botany, a quadrat is used to sample vegetation in a specific area to estimate plant density, frequency, and cover.
In ecology, a quadrat is a square or rectangular plot of land used for studying the distribution and abundance of plants or animals in a particular area.
In marine biology, quadrats are used to study benthic organisms and habitats on the seafloor.
In geography, quadrats are used for land cover classification and vegetation mapping.
In agriculture, quadrats are used for crop monitoring and yield estimation.
In literature, a quadrat may refer to a small plot of land used for scientific research or field studies.
In biology, a quadrat is a square frame used to define an area for sampling and studying plant or animal populations.
Ecologists use quadrats to estimate population densities and distribution patterns of species in a particular habitat.
Botanists use quadrats to study vegetation composition and diversity in different ecosystems.