Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.
Observation reveals a linear relationship between tree circumference and weight, suggesting implications for branching angles.
Observation reveals a linear relationship between the logarithm of the circumference of a tree, branch, or leaf stem, and the logarithm of the weight of the tree, branch, or leaf. The bearing of this on the angles of branching in trees is discussed.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Cecil D. Murray (1927) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: