Geography GCSE

Dendrochronology

What Dendrochronology means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

Definition of Dendrochronology

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Reference: Pearson Edexcel

The scientific method of dating tree rings to analyze past climate conditions.

Pearson Edexcel · The global climate was different in the past and continues to change due to natural causes (study guide)

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The global climate was different in the past and continues to change due to natural causes (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)

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