24317
Accession Number
2587
Author
Segal, Judith; Cooper, David
Title Of Article Chaper
The use of enzymes to release adhesives
Title Of Journal Book
Paper Conservator = Journal of the Institute of Paper Conservation
Volume
2
Pages
47-50
Collation
ill.
Publisher City
London
Language Of Text
English
Language Of Summary
French
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
Describes the use of enzymes for breaking down the adhesives on documents. Amylase is used on starch-based adhesives and protease for protein-based adhesives.
Keywords
Paper, adhesive; Enzyme, protein hydrolysis; Paper, cleaning; Enzyme, starch hydrolysis
pub_id
24317