The rank correlation coefficient, rs, which involves less computation than the product-moment correlation coefficient, r, can be used to indicate the degree of relationship between two elements. The method is applicable in situations where the assumptions underlying normal distribution correlation theory may not be satisfied. Semi-quantitative spectrographic analyses which are reported as grouped or partly ranked data can be used to calculate rank correlations between elements. ?? 1957.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1957 |
|---|---|
| Title | Semi-quantitative spectrographic analysis and rank correlation in geochemistry |
| Authors | F.J. Flanagan |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta |
| Index ID | 70009849 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |