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Log rule

A formula, table, or index that gives estimates of timber volumes based on lengths and diameters of logs (cut or standing timber). Also known as log scales, log rules vary by tree species, geographic location, stocking level of the stand, and other factors.

Added: Sat Dec 22 2007
Last Modified: Fri Dec 28 2007

Related Terms

Index Stand Stand density Stocking Stocking level Board foot Board feet Board feet of lumber Board-feet log scale Board feet log scale Board foot equivalents Log scale

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