Beech
A very hard wood with a compact grain and smooth surface, it is almost unaffected when exposed to water. Therefore, it is used for keels of ships and flood gates. On account of its hardness it was used for wheels and railway sleepers.
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| Density | 630 to 720 | kgm-3 | Clip |
| Youngs modulus | 12000000000 | Nm-2 | Clip |
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Subjects: Materials