Table I.
Association of the CMT-shortening events with apparent contacts of a CMT plus end with another CMT
| Apparent Contacts | Shortenings | Crossings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 100 | – | |
| 38 | – | 38 (17/38 with transverse CMTs) | |
| – | 25 | – | |
| Totals | 138 | 125 | 38 |
Apparent contacts of a CMT plus end with another CMT may result in shortening or crossing. Shortening in seven cells associated or not associated with apparent contacts. Numbers correspond with number of events; the relative percentages are mentioned in the text.