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What is a hardwood tree?
Quick Answer
A hardwood tree is usually a broadleaf tree that is an angiosperm, not necessarily a tree with truly hard wood. The term refers to a botanical group, not just wood density.
The Full Story
Hardwoods come from flowering trees and shrubs, such as oak, maple, and beech. The term contrasts with softwoods, which come from conifers like pine and spruce. Many hardwoods are denser than softwoods, but there are exceptions, so the name is not simply about hardness. Hardwood trees are important in forests, furniture making, and timber industries around the world.
Key Facts
1.Hardwoods are mostly angiosperms
2.Examples include oak, maple, and beech
3.The term does not always mean the wood is literally harder
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