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Mechanical <strong>Properties</strong><br />

Factors Affecting Strength<br />

Environmental Factors – continued<br />

Temperature – <strong>Wood</strong> weakens with increased<br />

temperature, especially above 100°C. The<br />

damage is accumulative. <strong>Wood</strong> is generally<br />

stronger at lower temperatures.

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