Asked by Marco Tulio Canjura-Martinez on May 17, 2024
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Concentric rings found in the cross section of the wood of trees are known as:
A) summer rings.
B) spring rings.
C) annual rings.
D) dendrochrons.
E) pith rings.
Annual Rings
Annual rings are layers of growth found in the cross-section of tree trunks, representing one year of growth, and can be used to estimate the age of a tree.
Summer Rings
Annual growth rings found in trees in temperate zones that are typically larger and lighter in color, reflecting faster growth during the summer months.
- Understand the differences between hardwood and softwood, including their composition and applications.
- Understand dendrochronology and its significance in studying past climatic conditions.
Verified Answer
AA
Adlina Abd SamadMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Annual rings are the concentric rings visible in the cross-section of a tree trunk, representing one year's worth of growth. Each ring typically consists of a lighter portion formed in the spring and early summer (earlywood) and a darker portion formed in late summer and autumn (latewood), together making up one year's growth cycle.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the differences between hardwood and softwood, including their composition and applications.
- Understand dendrochronology and its significance in studying past climatic conditions.