What is meant by the following terms in wool production?
(a) Rearing
(b) Shearing

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(a) Rearing is taking good care of sheep by providing it with healthy food, shelter and health care.

(b) Shearing is the process of removing the fleece(fur) from the sheep along with a layer of dead skin.

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