DENDROLOGY

TREE IDENTIFICATION

CHARACTERISTICS USED FOR TREE IDENTIFICATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Blackgum wood is prized for furniture.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Walnut (black walnut) is one of the most popular woods for furniture in the U.S. The dimensional stability, shock resistance, strength properties, and the rich coloration are the reasons behind its popularity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Uses, Other Details: The wood of the Black Gum/Black Tupelo is very resistant to splitting which makes it great to use for making mauls, pulleys, wheel hubs, agricultural rollers, bowls, and paving blocks. It’s considered a premier wood for making railroad ties and factory flooring.

Detailed explanation-3: -Hardwoods are the best type of wood material for furniture. It’s a product that is getting harder and harder to find, but hardwood furniture has the beauty and durability that any softwood or engineered wood cannot match. While softwoods can be beautiful, they are less durable than hardwoods.

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