However, there was far more lead than chromium in the book covers, which is somewhat mystifying, since lead (II) chromate contains equal amounts of lead and chromium. The researchers speculate that ...

In April, the National Library of France removed four 19th century books, all published in Great Britain, from its shelves because the covers were likely laced with arsenic. The books have been placed ...

FORT RUCKER, Ala. (November 15, 2017) - Hexavalent Chromium, or Cr(VI), is a compound commonly used to create pigments in dyes, paints, primers, inks and plastics. To prevent corrosion, Hexavalent ...

DENVER, Aug. 18, 2024 — If you come across brightly colored, cloth-bound books from the Victorian era, you might want to handle them gently, or even steer clear altogether. Some of their attractive ...