When faced with a choice of wood to use in tree-ring dating, which of the following would yield the best results?
A) Cottonwood
B) Sagebrush
C) Pine
D) All types of wood are equally useful, making tree-ring dating such a powerful tool.

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Pine trees are known for having distinct annual growth rings, making them ideal for tree-ring dating (dendrochronology). This method relies on the analysis of these rings to date events and environmental changes. Cottonwood and sagebrush do not produce as clear or consistent annual rings as pine, making them less suitable for this purpose.

When Faced with a Choice of Wood to Use in Tree-Ring