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A mortise and tenon joint connects two pieces of wood or other material. Woodworkers around the world have used it for thousands of years to join pieces of wood, mainly when the adjoining pieces connect at right angels. In its most basic form. a mortise and tenon joint is both simple and strong.

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Q: What fits into a mortise to form a joint?
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