[IP3-1-1-2] LAI (Leaf Area Index)

Leaf area index (LAI) is the ratio between the total area of the upper leaf surface of vegetation and the surface area of the pixel in question. LAI is a dimensionless value, typically ranging between 0 (for a pixel composed of bare soil) and values as high as 6 (for a dense forest).

External resources

• Campbell, J.B., & Wynne, R.H. (2011). Introduction to remote sensing. Guilford Press

Learning outcomes

• 1172 - Explain the value of the leaf area index for vegetation mapping

  Explain the value of the leaf area index for vegetation mapping

Self assessment

Outgoing relations

• [IP3-1-1-2] LAI (Leaf Area Index) subclassof [IP3-1-1] Biophysical and geophysical parameters