Influence of inorganic elements on the physical properties of bog oak: a CANOCO analysis

Abstract

Bog oak is a waterlogged archaeological wood characterized by distinctive physical characteristics that depend on the burial environment, conditions, and duration, making each sample nearly unique. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between chemical composition and the physical characteristics of two bog oak samples using CANOCO analysis. The samples differ in age and were recovered from two different locations in northern Italy. Results show that the CANOCO analysis is a suitable tool for analyzing complex materials, as it provides a graphical output that enables immediate and reliable interpretation.