Match the following terms with the correct definitions

a. arboriculture d. shrinkage
b. silviculture e. grain
c. hardness f. seasoning
8. formed by alternating hard and soft layers of new wood
9. changes in wood caused by reduced humidity or temperature
10. wood’s resistance to compression
11. using scientific methods in forest management
12. care and management of trees for ornamental purposes
13. essential to protect lumber from damage


8. ANS: E PTS: 1
9. ANS: D PTS: 1
10. ANS: C PTS: 1
11. ANS: B PTS: 1
12. ANS: A PTS: 1
13. ANS: F PTS: 1

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