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The influence of site on longitudinal fluid uptake by Sitka spruce (<i>Picea sitchensis</i> (Bong.) Carr.) in relation to within tree trends in wood density

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Abstract

Since density may have a direct influence on permeability, and because density is a factor under genetic control, this study examines the interactions of site, longitudinal fluid uptake and basic wood density. In addition, its variability both within trees and between sites is examined. The vertical variation (from 1 to 3m height) in density and permeability was plotted at defined points.Comparison of changes in basic density and fluid uptake showed that the fluid uptake was directly related to basic density at each height within the tree. Permeability increased with height up the tree.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationWood In Construction Industry: Current Trends
EditorsV Jambrekovic
PublisherUniv Zagreb, Fac Forestry
Pages13-18
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)953-6307-66-9
Publication statusPublished - 2003
EventInternational Conference on Wood in Construction Industry-Current Trends - ZAGREB, Croatia
Duration: 11 Apr 2003 → …

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference on Wood in Construction Industry-Current Trends
Country/TerritoryCroatia
CityZAGREB
Period11/04/03 → …

Keywords

  • Density
  • Fluid uptake
  • Site
  • Sitka spruce

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