Question: The scientific study of trees is known as: ((MCAER 2014))
Options:
Horticulture
Arboriculture
Silviculture
Dendrology
✅Explanation: Silviculture is the specialized field that focuses on the cultivation and management of forest trees and stands. It encompasses various practices such as planting, thinning, harvesting, and regeneration.
-Option B: Arboriculture is the cultivation of trees and shrubs, primarily for ornamental purposes in urban and residential settings.
-Option D: Dendrology is the scientific study of trees, including their taxonomy, anatomy, and ecology.
-Option B: Arboriculture is the cultivation of trees and shrubs, primarily for ornamental purposes in urban and residential settings.
-Option D: Dendrology is the scientific study of trees, including their taxonomy, anatomy, and ecology.
🔑Key Points:
-Silviculture is the art and science of cultivating forest trees.
-It is the practice of controlling the establishment and management of forest stands.
-The term silviculture comes from the Latin word 'silvi' means forest and 'culture' as in growing.
-It will increase the forest cover necessary for the conservation of wildlife.