Woodland Mix-Up: The Mechanism that Tops My List
2023/09/11

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The "Forest Shuffle" mechanism is a process that allows trees to move their branches independently of each other, making them more resistant to wind and other external forces. Researchers have discovered that when trees are surrounded by other trees, they shuffle their branches to avoid colliding with each other. This mechanism allows the trees to distribute the stress caused by wind more evenly, reducing the chances of damage. The Forest Shuffle has become a favorite mechanism among scientists studying ways to improve the resilience of trees and forests to climate change and extreme weather events.

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