Glossary
Specific gravity
Timber Anatomy
The ratio of the density of wood to the density of water, measured at oven-dry weight. Used to compare wood density across species and predict weight, strength, and shrinkage.
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Glossary
Timber Anatomy
The ratio of the density of wood to the density of water, measured at oven-dry weight. Used to compare wood density across species and predict weight, strength, and shrinkage.
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