The Mysterious Box: Nuclear Science and Art by Bernard Keisch is about how science, specifically nuclear science, can be used to figure out if paintings are old and real or if they are new copies. The story explains the process scientists use to check the age of artwork, making sure everything is what it seems.
The Mysterious Box: Nuclear Science and Art
By Bernard Keisch
Discover how radiation helps detectives reveal secrets hidden within masterpieces, separating genuine treasures from clever fakes.
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2021-08-18
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