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  • Geochemistry
  • Dendrochronology

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  • Tree ring trace element distribution is crucial for understanding environmental changes, pollution, and tree physiology.
  • Previous knowledge on trace element distribution in tree rings is limited, hindering environmental and biological interpretations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To map the spatial distribution of essential and potentially toxic trace elements in tropical tree rings.
  • To investigate the relationship between elemental composition and tree cell types.
  • To assess the species-specific variations in trace element accumulation within xylem cells.

Main Methods:

  • Laser ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) was optimized for high-resolution elemental mapping.
  • Carbon was used as an internal standard to correct for instrumental fluctuations during analysis.
  • LA-iMageS software was employed to generate spatial distribution maps of elements (Ba, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb) in six tropical tree species.

Main Results:

  • Spatial distribution maps revealed distinct patterns of Ba, Cu, Ni, Mn, and Pb accumulation in axial parenchyma and vessels.
  • A strong species-dependent variation in elemental composition of xylem cells was observed.
  • Multivariate analysis indicated differential mineral accumulation between heartwood and sapwood.

Conclusions:

  • Imaging trace element distribution in tree rings enhances visualization of essential and deleterious elements.
  • This technique aids in understanding tree metabolism, environmental impacts (climate, pollution), and paleoclimate reconstructions.