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How to preserve a time capsule?
I want to make a time capsule for future generations, possibly in thousands of years, or as long as possible. I know GLASS would never break down if kept safe (cased in concrete or something). How would I use the materials though? I mean...how long would the paper last inside the glass bottle? How long would the paper last if I laminated it and then put it in a glass bottle?
Basically I need the best ways to secure information for as long as possible. Is air a cause of corrosion? Would I need to make my glass bottle air tight?
So far I thought about placing all the information on paper, laminating, putting it in glass bottles, then placing those inside a metal case, maybe an old safe, and then sealing the safe in a good foot thick surrounding of concrete or something like that.
Any tips would be appreciated.
Thanks.
1 Answer
- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
Use as many different media as you can. Paper, cd, memory stick, tape recording, web links etc etc.
I seem to remember the oxygen in air is what causes corrosion. Making the bottle air tight would probably be best so no water could get in