Question:

Which of the following species is suitable for Guitar making? ______________

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Toon wood = "The Singing Wood." If an instrument is made in India, it's probably Toon!
  • Toona ciliata
  • Dalbergia latifolia
  • Canarium euphyllum
  • Cedrus deodara
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Question:
The question asks for a "tonewood"—a species with specific acoustic properties used in musical instrument manufacturing.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:


Toona ciliata (A): Known as Red Cedar or Indian Cedar. Its wood is light, durable, and has excellent resonance. It is the most popular Indian wood for the bodies of sitars and guitars.

Other Options:
- Dalbergia latifolia (B): Rosewood is used for guitar *fretboards* because it's hard, but not for the main body resonance like Toon.
- Deodar (D): Used for construction and sleepers, not instruments.

Step 3: Final Answer:

Toona ciliata is highly suitable for guitar making.
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