Dendroclimatology

Dendroclimatology is the study of tree rings to understand past climate conditions. Each year, trees create a new layer of growth, which can be seen in their rings. By analyzing the width and density of these rings, scientists can infer information about temperature, rainfall, and other climate factors during that time. This method allows researchers to reconstruct climate patterns over centuries or even millennia, providing valuable insights into how climate has changed and helping us understand current and future climate trends.