Microscale Image of a T. tipu Tree Growth Ring Sample (image)

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo

Caption

The chemical composition of the tree's growth rings reflects the levels of heavy metals in the soil year by year.

Credit

Giuliano Maselli Locosselli

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