Friday, May 18, 2012

Fireproof Trees!

Redwood Tree : Giant redwood trees in Sequoia National Park, CA.  Vertically framed shot.
Photo of redwood tree courtesy 123rf.com

The bark of the redwood tree can be up to a foot thick, and contains tannins that help the tree be virtually fireproof.  For more information click here.  What did you learn today?

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