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Tree rings

Growth rings on a tree cross section used for dendrochronology.

Growth rings on a tree cross section. The youngest/newest growth is on the outer rings. Tree ring dating is called dendrochronology.

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Published: 16 December 2022Size: 12.04 MB

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