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Timber is biodegradable.
When timber or wood products are no longer in use and exposed to natural conditions, such as moisture, oxygen, and microorganisms, they undergo a process called biodegradation.
Biodegradation is the breakdown of organic materials by living organisms, such as bacteria, fungi, and insects, into simpler substances.
What Makes Timber Biodegradable?
Timber consists primarily of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, which are organic compounds that can be broken down by microorganisms.
Over time, these organisms break down the timber, returning its organic matter back to the environment.
This natural decomposition process helps recycle the nutrients stored in the wood and allows the wood to return to the natural carbon cycle.
In moist and warm environments, timber tends to biodegrade faster compared to dry or cold environments.
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