The Moisture Content Test is an important test that has to be performed for all types of works. The presence of high moisture produces shrinkage of wood work, attack by organisms, causes warping, etc. Even blistering of paints occurs if the moisture content is high.

In this test, the weight of moist wood and the weight of oven dry wood are determined. Then

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