InformationPanel: Two Types of Trees

Information Panel: Two Types of Trees

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There are two basic kinds of trees: evergreens, like spruces or pines, and deciduous, like oaks or maples. Evergreen trees usually have needle-like leaves with small surface areas, while deciduous trees have flat leaves with large surface areas. Since trees allow moisture to escape through their leaves, deciduous trees drop their leaves in the fall to avoid the cold, dry winter months. Evergreen trees can keep their needles year-round, continuously shedding and growing new ones.