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African baobab: size, dimension and comparison

The adopted reference is about 20 m.

Representative height

20 m = 2,000 cm. A meter contains 100 centimeters, or 1,000 millimeters.

A massive trunk is one of its most recognisable features.

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African baobab, interpreted illustration
Interpreted illustration · dimension stated in the fact sheet.

What does this number measure?

A massive trunk is one of its most recognisable features. Displayed dimension: representative height.

Compare the stated dimensions

The comparison uses the number in each fact sheet: altitude, height, diameter, length or distance, depending on the reference. Two values in metres do not necessarily describe the same property.

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Source and limitations

Catalogue value to check against the source; not individually audited.

Naturalistic illustration of an African baobab; anatomy, texture and coloration are interpreted, not photographic.