Summerwood vs. Springwood

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  • Summerwood (noun)

    The wood in a tree’s growth ring formed later in the growing season, when growth is less rapid.

  • Springwood (noun)

    The wood in a tree’s growth ring formed earlier in the growing season, when growth is more rapid, thus composed of wider elements and usually lighter in colour.

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