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Rapid Testing of Resistance of Timber to Biodegradation by Marine Wood-Boring Crustaceans
 

Rapid Testing of Resistance of Timber to Biodegradation by Marine Wood-Boring Crustaceans

Article DOI: 10.3791/62776-v 14:06 min January 29th, 2022
January 29th, 2022

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This protocol presents a method for assessing the feeding rate of the wood-boring crustacean, Limnoria, by measuring faecal pellet production. This method is designed for use in non-specialist labs and has potential for incorporation into standard testing protocols, to evaluate enhanced wood durability under marine conditions.

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Keywords: Timber Wood Marine Biodegradation Wood-boring Crustaceans Ship Worms Gribble Biocides Wood Protection Rapid Testing Timber Resistance
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