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The age of a tree can be determined by

  1. Measuring its height

  2. Measuring its diameter

  3. Analyzing its sap

  4. Counting the annual growth rings of its stem
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Explanation

Trees grow annual rings (growth rings) in their stems/trunks due to seasonal variations in growth. By counting these rings, you can determine the age of a tree. Each ring represents one year of growth, with lighter wood forming in spring and darker wood in late summer/fall.

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