Shrinkage and density were studied for Teak (Tectona grandls) of
five age groups ranging from 20 to 60 years at three height positions.
Linear shrinkages were evaluated from green condition to 15 and O
percent moisture contents. Density was determined on the basis of
green and ovendry volumes. Shrinkage and density were found to be
Independent of the height of the stem. The overall shrinkage and
density were affected by the age factor. The variations in the average
values of different age groups were, however, not observed to be
significantly different in all cases.