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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See also: Ash.