Author: vboboe
Date: 2009-01-03 16:12
Oh, OK, so it's just an experiment
observation -- inadequate contact time probably foiling desired results for reasons stated
for example, recommended contact time for mouthwash is 30 seconds
and another example, from wikipedia rubbing alcohol article
<< ... It is widely believed that 99% ethanol provides the greatest reduction in bacterial count; however, this is incorrect ... Other concentrations may be more effective, but their rate of kill is slower ... In order to reduce the skin bacterial count to 5% of normal, 99% ethanol must be left on the skin for at least 2 minutes ... >>
Anyway, it's not just biological or chemical contact that wears reeds out, it's the rapid vibrations of blowing them that does a lot of damage, that breaks the fibres apart, and the other stuff happens too, part of Nature's biodegrading & recycling process, so be happy, we're recycling cane, supporting the economy, and making music :-)
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