Sorting through the data turned out to be an important but manageable task. I separated the dataset into three categories: distant urban forest, suburban neighborhood, and swimming pool fence lining. Every site presented a different mix of environmental factors, offering a wide range of perspectives on the well-being of blue spruce trees.
I was able to find patterns and trends among the places by compiling the data. Surprisingly, I discovered that trees nearer to human activity showed more pollution sources and more severe needle discoloration than trees farther away. This association points to a possible connection between pollution in the environment, human presence, and tree health.
Some of the observed results matched my initial assumptions, but there were also some surprising discoveries. For example, trees in the Distant Urban Forest had needle discoloration even though they were remote from any human activity. This surprising outcome encouraged more research into additional variables, such as soil composition, temperature, and natural diseases, that can affect tree health. My research demonstrated how resilient Blue Spruce trees are in specific settings. Even with differing pollution and human activity levels, some trees showed very little discoloration of their needles, indicating some degree of environmental adaptation. The significance of protecting natural habitats and reducing human influence on ecosystems is highlighted by this resilience.