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- From: b259phl@utarlg.uta.edu (PHILIP LIPPEL)
- Subject: Re: Why does sticky tape glow?
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- This phenomenon was widely discussed back when I was processing my own B&W film
- in highschool. I wish I knew the answer, but since I don't, I'll just pass on a
- related piece of folklore. A similar effect can be seen if you break a
- wintergreen Lifesaver in a dark room.
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