A Markov Chain Cellular Automata modelling approach based on Allometric Growth law to explore future LULCC in Xiamen (China), under different urban growth scales

Jiangfu Liao1, Qiaoling Huang2, Qianyu Li3, Ning Huang2, Guofan Shao4 and Lina Tang3, (1)Jimei University, Xiamen, Jimei, Fujian, China, (2)Jimei University, Xiamen, China, (3)Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Xiamen, China, (4)Purdue University, Forestry and Natural Resources, West Lafayette, IN, United States