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Default Submerged softwood?

"Christopher Tidy" wrote in message
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Hi folks,

I know this isn't quite metalwork, but is it a shop-related question and
nothing to do with politics, so here goes...

If you take a piece of light softwood, such as pine or fir, and keep it
submerged under water for a really long time - months or years - does it
eventually absorb enough water so that it no longer floats?

Anyone know? I am assuming that the wood is not coated or treated, but my
question refers to the behaviour of the wood before decay takes place.

Thanks!

Chris
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