Dendroarchaeology is a branch of archaeology that involves the study of the growth patterns and age of trees and wooden artifacts in order to determine their historical context. This field uses tree-ring dating, also known as dendrochronology, to date wooden artifacts and structures by analyzing the patterns of growth rings in tree samples. By studying these patterns, dendroarchaeologists can gain insights into past climate conditions, human activity, and cultural changes. This research area is important for understanding the chronology and history of archaeological sites and artifacts made from wood.