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Question
Give one important use of the following types of trees:
i. Sundari
ii. Sandalwood
iii. Rosewood
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Solution
Sundari: The trees provide hard and durable timber for construction purposes.
Sandalwood: It is used for making ornamental objects and it is used for making sandalwood oil. iii
Rosewood: It is used for making furniture and for making ply boards.
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