FORESTRY
GENERAL FORESTRY
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Question
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In measuring the site index of a tree, which criteria must be answered?
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age of a tree and total tree height
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age of a tree and merchantable height
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DBH and totally free height
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merchantable height of DBH
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Method 1: Using a metric tape measure This is the cheapest and simplest technique, and requires two people. One person stands well back from the tree at a point approximately equal to the height of the tree. The second person stands at the base of the tree.
Detailed explanation-2: -Growers rely on the trunk height for measuring and pricing palm trees by the trunk foot. The trunk height runs from the soil line up to the base of the newest emerging leaf in the crown. This means that the top end of the measurement includes the portion of the trunk holding the crown of leaves.
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