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When you use the word "softwood" you have to clarify whether you mean Gymnosperms (softwoods) or a wood that is soft, a soft wood. Take for example Balsa Wood used in model airplanes and such. It is very soft with a specific gravity around .18, but is actually a hardwood (angiosperm). Its scientific name is Ochroma pyramidale.
Slash Pine, Pinus elliottii, has an average specific gravity of .61 and is a "softwood" (gymnosperm) You could also say it is an "evergreen" It is harder than the Poplars, most of the Elms, the Willows, Cherry, and even some of the true Oaks, which are all hardwoods (angiosperms).
So you have got to be kind of specific when you say "hardwood" and "softwood".
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How do trees produce paper?
Trees dont "produce paper". Paper is made from trees because it is technically wood , although it may not seem like it.
Is white ash a hardwood or softwood?
white ash is a softwood
Why is wood a non-renewable energy source?
Actually it's renewable, because the trees that produce the wood can grow again - you can grow more trees.
Can you use a steam cleaner on a softwood floor?
Steam cleaning any kind of wood is not advisable, even if they are sealed.
Is pine good to burn in a fireplace?
pine is not good ans it is a softwood and will burn too fast and coat the flue with creosote.
What generic group of trees produces softwood?
Needle-leaf trees produce softwood.
What are faster growing trees which produce a lighter timber?
softwood trees
What tree's is a softwood?
Mostly evergreen trees such as Pine trees are softwood.
Is evergreen trees hardwood or softwood?
softwood?
Where do softwood trees grow?
Any where really ether steep ground or wet.
Is walnut a softwood?
No, walnut is a hardwood. Hardwoods come from angiosperm trees (trees that produce seeds with some sort of covering), while softwoods come from gymnosperm trees (trees that produce seeds that are not enclosed).
Is pine a softwood or hardwood?
Pine is a soft wood. Generally speaking, Trees with leaves are hardwood, Trees with needles are softwood.
What trees produce softwood?
Softwoods are typically produced by coniferous trees, such as pine, fir, spruce, and cedar. These trees have needle-like or scale-like leaves and bear cones that contain their seeds. Softwood is often used for construction, furniture, and paper production due to its straight grain and ability to grow quickly.
What is another name for softwood?
Softwood is from coniferous trees, which are types of gymnosperm trees. Other names for softwood is balsam, tamarack, pine, fir, or spruce.
Were can you find softwood?
on trees
Are softwood trees in the rainforest?
The rain forest has hardwood and softwood trees. Softwood trees grow all over the world. Pine is a good example of softwood.
Where can you find pictures of softwood trees?
You can find pictures of softwood trees at the library. There are a variety of books about trees. You can also find pictures at your local garden center.
