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Rhododendrons as Thermometers

Did you know that some rhododendrons can act as a living thermometer, showing you just how cold it is by the curl of their leaves? Learn about the science behind this interesting phenomenon, called thermonasty.
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Leaves that won't get lost

Why do some trees, like beeches and oaks, hold on to their leaves well past the time that others have dropped all of theirs?
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Dispelling Myths About Pennsylvania’s Forests

There are many commonly held myths about forests and forestry in Pennsylvania and it is important to dispel these myths so we can promote sound and sustainable management of those forests. In this article, Dave Jackson and Sanford (Sandy) Smith from Penn State Extension detail some of the most common and damaging forest myths and misperceptions.
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