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Scientists can use ‘dendrochronology’ or the study of tree time, to learn about past climates by studying the patterns of very old trees. Earth For Kids, Tree Felling, Ancient Buildings, Ancient Tree, Tree Rings, Science For Kids, Pavlova, Cool Pictures, Old Things

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Tree Rings tell many Tales

Examining ancient trees helps scientists get an amazing picture of Earth’s life, for trees are a record of their life time. By looking closely at the rings of a tree, scientists can not only tell how old it is; they can also tell you that in one summer in 1453 and again in 1601, there were freak cold spells. Tree rings, when radiocarbon-dated give a glimpse of certain aspects of prehistoric times. But what is radiocarbon dating?

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Scientists can use ‘dendrochronology’ or the study of tree time, to learn about past climates by studying the patterns of very old trees.

Find this Pin and more on Emain Macha by Kathy Brady.

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Scientists can use ‘dendrochronology’ or the study of tree time, to learn about past climates by studying the patterns of very old trees.

Find this Pin and more on Emain Macha by Kathy Brady.

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