Question

In an annual ring, the light-coloured part is known as

• A. Late wood
• B. Heart wood
• C. Early wood
• D. Sap wood

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Early wood

In an annual ring, the light-coloured part is known as early wood or spring wood. It is formed when the cambium is active. It consists of more number of xylary elements with wider cavities. This wood is lighter in colour with low densities.