When reporters are unfamiliar with the subject they are covering, Part 10,003,652
The following passage clearly implies that SP has found a way to
reverse ebonite oxidation. That is no more possible than changing lead into gold. Yet, for some reason, the 21st century's ebonite collectors (pens, radios, pipes, etc) remain as deludedly stubborn about it being Closely Guarded Secret Knowledge as the 16th and 17th century's believers in alchemic transmutation were certain that they'd soon be wealthy.
There is no Life Force in inanimate objects. Never has been, and never will be. When electrons get transferred (in solids, anyway), they
stay transferred. The end.
Meaning removing the oxidized surface layer of a stem will
ALWAYS reduce its physical dimensions, however the removal is accomplished. :roll:
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