http://www.radio4all.net/program/28537Podcast for Program: The Chemistry of TextsWed, 23 Jul 2008 09:30:19 +0000240http://www.radio4all.net/program/28537Chemistry plays an integral role in both creating and preserving the printed page. Some historic inks have started to destroy the pages they’re printed on. Other books and manuscripts have been damaged as a result of older conservation practices. In this episode, two conservators assess some rare books at CHF. In Chemistry in Your Cupboard, learn about the history of invisible inks. Element of the Week: Copper.Chemical Heritage FoundationWed, 23 Jul 2008 09:30:19 +0000