Question

According to the relevant I.S. code, the weight of the timber is to be reckoned at a moisture content of:
1. 8%
2. 12%
3. 0%
4. 4%

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : 12%

Explanation:

Seasoning of timber:

• The newly cut tree has more than 50% moisture.
• The moisture in timber is present in the form of water & sap.
• The moisture is to be removed from the timber before it is used to improve the durability of the timber.
• The process of drying timber and remove the moisture is known as the seasoning of timber.
• According to the I.S. code moisture in a well-season timber is 12%.

There are some method of seasoning, listed below,

1. Natural seasoning
2. Boiling
3. Chemical seasoning
4. Electrical seasoning
5. Kiln seasoning