Prussian Blue
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The article explores the history and chemistry of Prussian Blue, a pigment with a rich history in art and science, sparking discussion on its significance and interesting properties.
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ycombinatrix
3 months ago
Zima Blue
DaveZale
3 months ago
The synthetic dyes industry made Germany very rich in the 19th century. Turning coal tar into many brilliant colors enables simple fabrics to be alluring and valuable.
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