Preferred Term:
treeline
Definition:
A zone where the normal growth of trees is limited; cold temperatures often combined with drought form the upper or arctic treeline, and drought combined with hot temperatures form lower or arid treeline.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- timberline
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/66040
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