Question

What statement is accurate based on the study of tree rings?

Trees near the arctic will have thicker rings than those near the equator.
Trees with a pattern of thin rings indicate a wet, warm climate.
Size and density of tree rings can give information on past climates.
The number of rings indicate how much fruit the tree can bear.

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The accurate statement based on the study of tree rings is:

**Size and density of tree rings can give information on past climates.**

Tree rings can provide valuable information about the growth conditions of a tree in a given year, which can be influenced by factors such as temperature, moisture, and overall climate conditions. Thicker rings typically indicate favorable growing conditions, while thinner rings may indicate drought or other stress factors.