Wood structure in relation to excessive absorption - a literature survey

IRG/WP 300

S M Jutte

This literature study, composed in connection with 'the structure of wood in relation to the excessive absorption', started from the idea that the subject only could be dealt with successfully if the structure was taken into account in relation to a normal absorption pattern in so far as this knowledge can enlighten the understanding of the abnormal situation. The normal penetration pattern is dealt with in comparison of increasing absorption caused by using several different methods with the drying technique and especially caused by micro-organisms. It transpired that bacteria especially play an important role in excessive absorption. They degrade the wood tissue to such an extent that openings develop which can easily be passed unhindered


Keywords: ABSORPTION; BACTERIA; BORDERED PITS; ENZYMES; HARDWOODS; EXCESSIVE ABSORPTION; MOULDS; SOFTWOODS; WOOD STRUCTURE; LITERATURE SURVEY

Conference: 71-11-15/17 Brussels, Belgium


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