Lumber refers to wood that has been processed into beams or planks, typically used in construction.
Deforestation: The removal or clearing of forests, often to make way for farming or logging industries.
Sawmill: A facility where logs are cut into lumber.
Timber: This term refers to trees that are suitable for producing wood for construction.
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