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Parameter values for the algal floc model
| Parameter | |
|---|---|
| Algal cell diameter, μm | 10 |
| Algal growth rate (η), d−1 | 1 |
| Algal cell stickiness (α) | 0.25 |
| Algal cell excess density (Δρ), g·cm−1 | 0.06428 |
| Aggregate fractal dimension | 3 |
| Mixed-layer thickness (z), m | 20 |
| No. of sections* | 25 |
| Growth in aggregates until section | 4 |
| Average shear rate | Not implemented |
*Within particle size spectrum (see Materials and Methods)
