Figure 4. Canopy reflectance of Jack Pine and Black Spruce forests against LAI for different backgrounds.

The canopy reflectance of Jack Pine and Black Spruce forests is simulated using the 4-Scale model against LAI for different backgrounds (moss, lichen, and forest soil). A synthetic background consisting of 50% of water and 50% of moss is also included for the Black Spruce forest [19]. The sensitivity of MAVI to background reflectance disturbances is investigated using these modeled results.