Trees from which lumber is obtained are divided into two broad categories?softwood trees and hardwood trees. Which one of these types is more abundant in North America and which one is faster growing?

What will be an ideal response?


Softwood forests in North America cover three times as much land area as hardwood forests. Softwood trees are also faster growing than hardwood trees.

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