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If a redwood or pine tree were to live in the perfect conditions, with enough nutrients and without pests or disease or deforestation. Could the tree live forever?

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Why does a dead tree on a forest floor decompose, while the hardwood floor I am walking on has been there for 80 years and looks the same?

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Supercar companies like porsche, lamborghini, and ferrari have engines in the back of the car. How does this affect performance compared to an engine in the front?

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Why hasn't my house which is built out of 90 year old wood decomposed or molded yet?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
If a redwood or pine tree were to live in the perfect conditions, with enough nutrients and without pests or disease or deforestation. Could the tree live forever?	764
Why does a dead tree on a forest floor decompose, while the hardwood floor I am walking on has been there for 80 years and looks the same?	1
Supercar companies like porsche, lamborghini, and ferrari have engines in the back of the car. How does this affect performance compared to an engine in the front?	1
Why hasn't my house which is built out of 90 year old wood decomposed or molded yet?	1