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The test paper is moistened and applied to the ink. If iron (II) ions are present, the test paper changes color (turns a red/purple complex) due to the indicator bathophenanthroline reacting with the iron.

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The (sometimes referred to as iron gall test paper) is a specially designed, non-bleeding test paper used in conservation to detect iron (II) ions in hydrophilic substrates. Key details about this paper include: The test paper is moistened and applied to the ink