Brashness by Jana L | Feb 25, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -B, Uncategorized | 0 comments Brittleness in wood, characterized by abrupt failure rather than splintering. Causes include reaction wood, juvenile wood, compression failure, high temperature, and extremes of growth rate. Submit a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.