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Conservation Chemistry

Subject
Subject code RR.11.01
Subject name Conservation Chemistry
Credit points 2 ECTS
Grading method Nondistinctive
Curriculum subject
Curriculum 2019 2275
Study year 1
Semester Spring semester
Subject type Mandatory
Specialization conservation/restoration
General description
The role of chemistry in the chemical processes of conservation and restoration. The principles of chemistry in the conduct of practical conservation projects. The structure of atoms and periodic table. The structure of substances and chemical bond. The speed and balance of chemical reactions. The main classes of inorganic compounds. Organic matter. Solutions. Chemical decomposition.
Aim
To explain the main principles of chemistry which are necessary for the practical conservation projects. To provide an overview of the structure of substances, their chemical reactions and classes of materials.
Form description
Topics
Introduction to the language of chemistry.
The main classes of inorganic compounds
Organic matter.
Solutions.
Polymers.
Adhesives.
Study outcome
Upon completion, students will:
 comprehend the basics of restoration chemistry;
 be able to identify the main damage types;
 be aware of the research methods of physical and chemical processes;
 be aware which are the main materials used for creating artefacts and what are their qualities;
 be familiar with the main information sources of conservation chemistry.
Current rounds
Conservation Chemistry MA-19-Rest MÖ-19-Rest N-19-Rest
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