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News Release 05-099
Trace Gold Reveals Tree's Past
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A sample has been removed from this tree slice to examine it for traces of gold.
Credit: Greg Grieco, Pennsylvania State University
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Ring samples are analyzed by neutron activation.
Credit: Greg Grieco, Pennsylvania State University
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Vials filled with samples are ready for analysis.
Credit: Greg Grieco, Pennsylvania State University
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