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What unit of measurement is used to measure the circumference of tree trunks?
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∙ 13y ago
Circumference is the measurement around the trunk of the tree. It is usually measured at breast height because trees flare out at the bottom at different rates based on soil conditions. The best way to measure this is with a ribbon or piece of rope. Diameter can be measured by dividing this number by pi or 3.1415
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What unit of measure for height of a tree?
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A scientist is studying the effects of a fertilizer on the circumference of tree trunks Which unit of measurement is the most appropriate to measure the circumference of tree trunks?
centimeters
Which unit of measurement is the most appropriate to measure the circumference of tree trunks?
centimeters
How could you determine the circumference of a large tree trunk?
Your question presumes that tree trunks are all circular. If you happen to find a circular tree trunk, you would measure around it to find the circumference. If the tree trunk is not circular, you will not be able to find the circumference but, you can measure around it to determine its perimeter.
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Tree trunks is that trees middle position.
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Depends on how big the tree is. Not all trees measure the same.
What is the instrument to find the circumference of a tree trunk?
A cloth tape / flexible measure.
Does a tree usually have fewer trunks or branches?
Trunks
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A flexible tape measure is best. A string will do also. Just wrap the string around the tree until it doubles up on its self, then measure the string.
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