may be because the paper isn't of good quality
It has to do with the difference in affinity between the dyes that make up the ink or food coloring and the blotting paper compared to the solvent. This is paper chromatography. The dyes are carried along by the solvent (water) but is attracted to the substrate (the blotting paper). Some inks travel faster than others.
The reason a drop of ink will spread over blotting paper capillary action.
Blotting helps to dry the ink faster, and the paper can be folded or turned over without smudging the writing.
Blotting helps to dry the ink faster, and the paper can be folded or turned over without smudging the writing.
Blotting paper is highly absorbent due to its porous structure, which allows it to draw in and hold liquids such as ink. As ink comes in contact with the blotting paper, its capillary action pulls the ink into its fibers, resulting in the ink being absorbed and transferred away from the surface it was on.
When an ink drop is placed on blotting paper, the paper absorbs the liquid due to its porous nature. The capillary action of the paper pulls the ink into its fibers, causing it to spread and create a larger, more diffuse shape. This spreading occurs because the ink is drawn along the paper's fibers by surface tension and absorbency.
Certainly not. Blotting paper is thick and very soft, so that it will absorb ink. End papers are hard paper used in bookbinding.
Blot, you use blotting paper to soak up excess ink.
As in blotted out the sun?to block, cover, eclipse, engulf. The term dates from quill pens. Blotting out means covering ( a text) with a drop of ink, and then applying a bit of blotting paper to soak up the excess. The result is an ink blot that effectively obscures the text underneath.
Are you asking why ink spreads and paper doesn't when water is spilled on a page? Ink is water soluble so it dissolves and spreads. Paper is not water soluble (although it will get soggy) so it doesn't dissolve.
To prevent ink from smearing on paper, allow the ink to dry completely before touching it. Use quick-drying ink or consider using a blotting paper to absorb excess ink. Additionally, avoid rubbing the ink with your hand or fingers immediately after writing.
It is difficult to separate pen ink from paper without damaging the paper. One method is to try blotting the ink with a clean, dry cloth to absorb as much as possible. You can also try using solvents like rubbing alcohol or acetone, but be cautious as they can cause the ink to spread or the paper to deteriorate.