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Petrified wood #873540

Asked June 17, 2024, 9:32 PM EDT

I have a log of wood that would not completely split with a 22Ton log splitter, but it did put a dent in it. I am not sure on the type of tree as it came from a pile that the Board of water and light took down and there were no leaves or bark. Can you identify if I bring it in and is it possible it is partially petrified?

Clinton County Michigan

Expert Response

Petrified wood is not known to occur in Michigan. Unfortunately, we do not have any experts on Ask Extension that would be able to identify a wood sample. 

You might want to consider contacting the MSU Department of Forestry if this is an area they can assist in: 

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David Lowenstein Replied June 20, 2024, 10:35 AM EDT
Thank you for the answer and direction.


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The Question Asker Replied June 20, 2024, 9:59 PM EDT

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