Irish Hardwood Trees (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Quizzes
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What is the key characteristic of hardwood trees?
What is the key characteristic of hardwood trees?
Thick cell structure
How do trees provide economic significance?
How do trees provide economic significance?
Through timber, jobs, and wood products
What is oak wood traditionally used for?
What is oak wood traditionally used for?
Ships and craftwork
Why is ash wood valued in manufacturing?
Why is ash wood valued in manufacturing?
It is flexible and strong
What disease threatens ash trees in Ireland?
What disease threatens ash trees in Ireland?
Ash dieback
What is birch primarily valued for?
What is birch primarily valued for?
Appearance in decorative items
What ecological role does oak play?
What ecological role does oak play?
Gives shelter and food to wildlife
How do hardwood tree roots benefit the environment?
How do hardwood tree roots benefit the environment?
They hold soil and capture carbon
How do hardwood trees help reduce climate change?
How do hardwood trees help reduce climate change?
By capturing carbon
What caused native woods to shrink in the 17th century?
What caused native woods to shrink in the 17th century?
Cutting for farming and industry
What is the current state of natural woodlands in Ireland?
What is the current state of natural woodlands in Ireland?
Few left; saving them is important
How do oak leaves adapt to Ireland's climate?
How do oak leaves adapt to Ireland's climate?
They are tough to reduce water loss