Structural Qualities of Wood.
Very heavy, very hard, strong, exceptionally tough and flexible, not durable when exposed.
Representative Uses of Wood.
Largely used for agricultural implements, wheels, and runners, axe-handles, baskets, fuel.
Weight of Seasoned Wood in Pounds per Cubic Foot.
51 (U. S. Forestry Div.).[33]
52.
Modulus of Elasticity.
2,390,000 (average of 137 tests by U. S. Forestry Div.).[33]
1,900,000.