J.IIC-CG VOLUME 4 (1978)
The Oxidative Degradation of Organic Material and Its Importance in Deterioration of Artifacts
All of the organic materials of which artifacts are composed are subject to oxidative degradation, which may be photochemically or thermally induced. A brief explanation of some of the more common mechanisms is given, followed by more detailed discussions for polypropylene, natural rubber, cellulose and keratin. Remedies for deteriorating and damaged materials are limited, and the need for some kind of monitoring which would give early warning of oxidation is apparent. Chemiluminiscence measurements may be a simple way in which monitoring could be carried out.
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