Are You Practicing Safe-Scrapbooking?
The answer is d) 7.0 - 8.5.
The ph scale runs from 0 to 14 with 7 being neutral. Any level below 7 is
acidic, while any level above 7 is alkaline (or by definition
"acid-free"). Acid in paper will cause it to break down over time.
Thus, paper with acid in it will contribute toward the disintegration of our
precious photos over the years.
Question #3
Complete this sentence. Buffered paper . . .
a) . . . has been softened to protect photos from scratches.
b) . . . contains calcium carbonate to neutralize acid.
c) . . . is used as a cushioning agent between scrapbook pages.
d) . . . should not be used in scrapbooks because it is highly acidic.
