Difference between revisions of "Tannin"
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Tannin is used in tanning animal skins to make leather; it transforms certain proteins of animal tissue into compounds that resist decomposition. It is also used in manufacturing inks, as a mordant in dyeing, and in medicine as an astringent and for treatment of burns. | Tannin is used in tanning animal skins to make leather; it transforms certain proteins of animal tissue into compounds that resist decomposition. It is also used in manufacturing inks, as a mordant in dyeing, and in medicine as an astringent and for treatment of burns. | ||
− | == Usage | + | == Usage == |
Maybe for wine? | Maybe for wine? | ||
[[Category:Items]][[Category:Alchemy Items]][[Category:Natural Substances Items]] | [[Category:Items]][[Category:Alchemy Items]][[Category:Natural Substances Items]] |
Revision as of 19:35, 5 December 2005
Description
Tannin acid made from acorn.
Method
- Put acorn in container.
- Activate water.
- Right click on acorn, create->misc->tannin
Tools Required
Items Required
Historical Uses
Tannin is used in tanning animal skins to make leather; it transforms certain proteins of animal tissue into compounds that resist decomposition. It is also used in manufacturing inks, as a mordant in dyeing, and in medicine as an astringent and for treatment of burns.
Usage
Maybe for wine?