Table 3. Structural equation model fit indices and evaluation criteria.
Index | evaluation standard or critical value for fit | Model for Nmass | Model for Narea |
---|---|---|---|
χ2 | 5.788 | χ2 = 6.186 | |
p | >0.05 | 0.565 | 0.403 |
AGFI | >0.90 | 0.923 | 0.903 |
RMSEA | <0.08 | <0.001 | 0.021 |
CFI | >0.90 | 1.000 | 0.998 |
Abbreviations are: χ2, the chi-square test; RMSEA, the root square mean error of approximation; AGFI, adjusted goodness of fit index; CFI, the comparative fit index; Nmass, foliar N per unit mass; Narea, foliar N per unit area.