everyday science MCQ #3754

The age of a tree can be determined by:

everyday science MCQ #3754

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The age of a tree can be determined by:

    • A) Counting the number of rings in the stem
    • B) Counting the number of leaves
    • C) Counting the number of branches
    • D) Measuring the size of the tree

    Answer: Counting the number of rings in the stem

    Explanation: Trees form one growth ring per year — a light band in spring and a dark band in summer — so counting the annual rings in a cross-section of the trunk gives the tree's age.