Softwood

Definition

Timber obtained from coniferous trees, harvested for uses including wood products and pulp and paper production.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 3

Coniferous trees are logged for softwood, including wood used in pulp and paper production. Logging is a direct threat because the trees themselves are the resource being removed. Where logging clears forest, it causes deforestation.
Revise: Threats to taiga

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GCSE Geography · key term

Timber obtained from coniferous trees, harvested for uses including wood products and pulp and paper production.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 3

Coniferous trees are logged for softwood, including wood used in pulp and paper production. Logging is a direct threat because the trees themselves are the resource being removed. Where logging clears forest, it causes deforestation.
Revise: Threats to taiga

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