OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

FORESTRY

FOREST PRODUCTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The art and science of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health and quality of forests is called
A
forest science
B
forestculture
C
rotation
D
silviculture
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Silviculture is the practice of controlling the growth, composition/structure, as well as quality of forests to meet values and needs, specifically timber production. The name comes from the Latin silvi-(’forest’) and culture (’growing’). The study of forests and woods is termed silvology.

Detailed explanation-2: -Natural-forest silviculture can be defined as the practice of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health and quality of natural forests to meet diverse needs and values.

Detailed explanation-3: -General Silviculture: The discipline of General Silviculture works on natural regeneration, working plan preparation, silvicultural interventions for different forest types, forest fire and assessment of nurseries and plantations.

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