Question

List any two important species of Tropical deciduous forests which are of hardwood variety. Mention any one use of each of them.

Answer 1

Two important hardwood species of Tropical Deciduous forests are Teak and Sal.

Uses of Teak and Sal.

1. Teak: It is widely used in shipbuilding and high-quality furniture manufacturing due to its natural oils, which make it extremely durable and resistant to water rot and termites.
2. Sal: It is widely used to make railway sleepers, construction beams and bridge pillars because its incredibly strong, heavy timber can sustain enormous loads and pressure.