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The Influence of the Essential Oils on the Pests in the Old Book Collections
The Influence of the Essential Oils on the Pests in the Old Book Collections

Author(s): Mina Adriana Moşneagu, Elena Ardelean
Subject(s): Preservation
Published by: Editura Universităţii »Alexandru Ioan Cuza« din Iaşi
Keywords: essential oils; biodeterioration; old books

Summary/Abstract: The use of essential oils for disinfection and pest control of old book collections can be a non-residual, ecological and economical alternative to chemical treatments, being safe both for the objects and for the staff. The repellant and biocidal activity of some volatile oils has been proven effective against a variety of microorganisms and insects.

  • Issue Year: 2015
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 103-117
  • Page Count: 15
  • Language: English