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Body Wood: A Comprehensive Overview

The term "body wood" is frequently used in the context of guitars, particularly electric guitars, referring to the wood used for the instrument's body. The type of wood is believed by many to influence the tone and sound characteristics of the instrument. The term also can apply to structural wood used in automotive restoration.

Considerations for Pets

• Wood Shavings/Dust: If working with body wood, be mindful of wood shavings or dust, as these can be irritants if inhaled or ingested by pets.

Considerations for Children

• Wood Splinters: As with any woodworking material, there is a potential risk of splinters if handling body wood.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature:

• The text does not provide a scientific name for "body wood" as it's more of a descriptive term related to wood used in specific applications, such as building guitars or restoring cars.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits:

• The characteristics of "body wood" can vary greatly depending on the specific type of wood being referred to. Some are lighter weight, while others have a more noticeable effect on the instrument's sound.
• Mentions woods that may be used:
  • Alder
  • Maple
  • Basswood
  • Poplar
  • Ash
  • European Walnut
  • Plum
  • Burl Poplar
  • Pear
  • Burl Elm
  • Apple
  • Mulberry
  • Red Willow

Further Information:

• The text references Fender Custom Shop and musiciansfriend.com, which could be sources for further information on guitar body woods.
• It also mentions Solidworks 2015 and Mastercam X8, which are computer-aided design and manufacturing software used in woodworking.