The History of Paper

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Which plant did the ancient Egyptians use to produce the world's first writing material?

  • Mulberry bark
  • Reedy plant papyrus (correct)
  • Bamboo
  • Rags

Who is credited with the first authentic papermaking?

  • Tsai-Lun (correct)
  • Rags
  • Ancient Egyptians
  • Mulberry bark

What are the main advantages of paper as a packaging material?

  • High printability, good absorbent, high density, high cost
  • High tensile strength, good wet strength, tear resistant, good barrier property
  • Low density, not brittle, biodegradable, low cost (correct)
  • Poor stiffness, poor printability, high density, high cost

What are the main disadvantages of paper as a packaging material?

<p>Poor stiffness, poor printability, high density, high cost (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Tsai-Lun use to make paper?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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