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Trees' internal water pipes predict which species survive drought
Description: In a new study, a research team has identified the traits that best protect trees against death from drought. The study found that the species most resistant to drought are those that are better at withstanding stress to the water transport system - composed of internal pipes known as xylem - that carries water from the roots to the crown of the tree. [Source: Princeton University]
URL: http://www.princeton.edu/main/news/archive/S46/09/98C75/index.xml?section=topstories
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Source: Princeton University
Publish Date: 4/19/2016
Reading Level: Basic
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