Timber Regions of the World (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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Timber-Producing Region
Timber-Producing Region
Areas characterized by climate, location & tree variety
Biodiversity
Biodiversity
Variety of living organisms in an ecosystem
Sustainable Forestry
Sustainable Forestry
Replanting trees, eco-friendly harvest & management
International Timber Market
International Timber Market
Global network where timber is traded
Boreal Forests location
Boreal Forests location
Northern America, Europe & Asia
Boreal Forests key trees
Boreal Forests key trees
Pine and Spruce
Temperate Forests location
Temperate Forests location
Mild climate areas: North America & Europe
Temperate Forests common trees
Temperate Forests common trees
Oak, Beech & Maple
Example of tropical forest region
Example of tropical forest region
Amazon
Tropical Forests hardwoods
Tropical Forests hardwoods
Mahogany and Teak
Boreal regions main export
Boreal regions main export
Softwoods
Tropical regions known export
Tropical regions known export
Hardwoods
Name 3 sustainable forestry practices
Name 3 sustainable forestry practices
Planting, selective logging, age-diverse forests
FSC role
FSC role
Ensures responsible timber sourcing
Nordic countries & sustainable forestry
Nordic countries & sustainable forestry
Excel in it, ensuring ecological health & resources