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DUFF MOISTURE CODE [1 record]

Record 1 2013-04-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Numerical Analysis (Mathematics)
  • Brush, Prairie and Forest Fires
DEF

A numerical rating of the average moisture content of loosely compacted organic layers of moderate depth.

OBS

This code indicates fuel consumption in moderate duff layers and medium-sized woody material.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Analyse numérique (Mathématiques)
  • Incendies de végétation
DEF

Cote numérique de la teneur en humidité de l'humus.

Spanish

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