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What Is That 'Old Books Smell'? Chemistry Has Answers

Apr 17, 2012 |
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A video from AbeBooks explains the causes of the characteristic odor of old books.

Author: Kasia Cieplak-Mayr von Baldegg

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What Is That 'Old Books Smell'? Chemistry Has Answers

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Apr 17, 2012 |
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