<human>:  What’s the difference between hard and softwood trees?
<bot>: The main difference between hardwood and softwood trees is the type of wood they produce. Hardwood trees produce a much denser and harder type of wood than softwood trees. Hardwood is often the preferred choice for furniture, flooring, and other more durable building materials, while softwood is generally considered ideal for construction like lumber, paper, and wood pulp.