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Name: Vicki S.
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Age: 40s
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Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2002
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Why do tree leaves turn over or curl before a storm?

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The following may be helpful. http://www.biketrack.com/episodic.htm

Also, you might want to look into atmospheric pressure and humidity effects upon leaves. You might want to search www.google.com

Anthony R. Brach, Ph.D.


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