Learn about the chemistry behind whiteboards and pens – and how to clean their stains
We’ve all drawn on a whiteboard with permanent marker. And the fact that this phrase strikes fear into the hearts of most teachers rightly suggests some interesting chemistry is going on when you wave your pen. Read this article to discover the materials used in whiteboards and the difference between permanent and dry erase pens. Plus, learn the best ways to clean stained whiteboards including those covered with permanent marker or students’ stubborn doodles.
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