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A tall tree has more chance to break during the strom, why? |
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Answer» Answer: One main REASON, all three experts AGREE, is the phenomenon known as “windthrow” which uproots a tree. “The tree trunk acts as a lever and so the force applied to the roots and trunk INCREASES with height,” says Foster. “TALLER trees are more susceptible to windthrow.” One main reason, all three experts agree, is the phenomenon known as “windthrow” which uproots a tree. “The tree trunk acts as a lever and so the force applied to the roots and trunk increases with height,” says Foster. “Taller trees are more susceptible to windthrow.” |
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