On the research plot Ravnik 40 systematically selected silver firs (Abies alba Mill.) were analysed. It was established that the relationship between electrical resistance of living tissues (ER) and tree-ring formed in the year of measuring was negative and not high (r2=0,47). Year to year variation of ER is highly variable and is strongly influenced by climate. The variability of ER measurements increases with decreasing tree vitality and is independent of the climate. High variability together with improper interpretation of ecological factors can lead to false assessment of physiological tree condition.
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