The 'Giant Sequoia' (Sequoiadendron giganteum) is economically important primarily for:
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Correct answer: Ecotourism and conservation
While Sequoia wood was once harvested, it is brittle and unsuitable for heavy construction. Today, the trees are economically vital for ecotourism and as icons of forest conservation.
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