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Why Saal wood is used in making railway sleepers?

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It has aesthetic look

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It is a soft wood

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It doesn't get affected by termites for long period of time

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None of these

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The correct option is C It doesn't get affected by termites for long period of time
Saal wood is the best wood. It does not get affected by termites for long period of time that is why Saal wood is used in making railway sleepers, railway coaches, buildings and furniture.

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