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Sissoo, Sal and Teak Woods | Economic Botany

The followings points highlight the three main types of wood. The types are: 1. Sissoo 2. Sal 3. Teak. Type # 1. Sissoo (Hindi – Shisham): Botanical Name: Dalbergia sissoo Roxb. Family: Papilionaceae 1. A large-sized tree planted along roadsides for shade and for its precious wood. 2. It ranks amongst the finest Indian woods used for cabinet and furniture works. [...]

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Types of Oleoresins: Canada Balsam and Asafetida

In this article we will discuss about the Canada balsam and asafetida types of oleoresins. Type # 1. Canada Balsam: Botanical Name: Abies balsamea Family: Pinaceae 1. This is an oleoresin, obtained from a coniferous plant (Abies balsamea). 2. On the bark of the stem, the resin collects in small amounts in elongated blisters. 3. The balsam is a yellowish [...]

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Science Fair Project on Wood

Do you want to create an amazing science fair project for your next exhibition? You are in the right place. Read the below given article to get a complete idea on wood: 1 Meaning of Wood 2. Diagnostic Features of Woods 3. Mechanical Properties 4. Types 5. Uses 6. Seasoning. Contents: Science Fair Project on the Meaning of Wood Science [...]

By |2016-10-20T07:41:33+00:00October 20, 2016|Science Fair Project|Comments Off on Science Fair Project on Wood
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