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Overview of tree structural issues

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faults

Faults

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typical tree structure

Typical structure

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attachment strength

Attachment strength

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protection zone

Protection zone

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poor structure

Poor structure

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bark inclusion

Bark inclusion

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trunk cracks

Trunk cracks

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failing trunk

Failing trunk

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failed union

Failed union

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tree damages building

Tree damages building

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massive failure

Massive failure