a realistic image of a cross-section of a tree trunk lying in a sunlit forest clearing. The image should vividly depict the tree trunk with a clear and detailed view of its growth rings, showcasing the intricate patterns of the annual rings. The texture of the wood should be emphasized, with visible details such as striations and variations in the ring widths that tell the story of the tree's age and the environmental conditions it endured. Surround the tree trunk with a background of soft, dappled sunlight filtering through the trees, enhancing the natural setting and focus on the tree rings; photo essay in the style of National Geographic, chaos, award winning, sharp focus on subjects, 8k --ar 4:5  --s 750