Wood Identification - Society of Wood Science and Technology
Wood Identification - Society of Wood Science and Technology
Wood Identification - Society of Wood Science and Technology
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Background<br />
This part <strong>of</strong> SWST’s teaching unit is intended only to introduce<br />
the subject <strong>of</strong> wood identification <strong>and</strong> does not represent a<br />
comprehensive tutorial. It will, however, help you get started<br />
with wood id.<br />
The presentation focuses on six wood samples for the purpose<br />
<strong>of</strong> studying wood structure <strong>and</strong> to introduce h<strong>and</strong>-lens<br />
identification. A h<strong>and</strong> lens is necessary for observation <strong>of</strong> wood<br />
cell structural characteristics. You will also need to have<br />
several (10 or 15) single-edge razor blades for use in producing<br />
smooth cross-sectional (end-grain) cuts on which many<br />
diagnostic anatomical features may be observed.<br />
If you haven’t already, you should contact SWST to purchase<br />
the wood block set <strong>and</strong> a h<strong>and</strong> lens prior to attempting the rest<br />
<strong>of</strong> this unit.<br />
SWST Teaching Unit 1 Slide Set 3
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