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METHODS—Frequency<br />

The frame is made of 3/8-inch<br />

iron rod and 1-inch angle iron<br />

or 1 1/4-inch x 3/16-inch flat iron.<br />

Quadrat size should be based on local conditions<br />

determined from the pilot study.<br />

QUADRAT<br />

Number Size<br />

Area<br />

1 7.5 x 7.5 cm 56.25 sq cm<br />

2 15.0 x 15.0 cm 225.00 sq cm<br />

3 30.0 x 30.0 cm 900.00 sq cm<br />

4 40.0 x 40.0 cm 1600.00 sq cm<br />

5 50.0 x 50.0 cm 2500.00 sq cm<br />

6 20.0 x 50.0 cm 1000.00 sq cm<br />

40 cm<br />

40 cm<br />

Rangeland Monitoring<br />

Frequency Frame<br />

48 Illustration 6<br />

Prong - 1-inch long<br />

1/8-inch wide<br />

The ends of the tines<br />

(both front and rear)<br />

can be tapered to points as<br />

illustrated. These points can<br />

be used to collect additional<br />

cover data.

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