10 Interesting Fact About The history of paper technology

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• Paper was first discovered in China in the early 2nd century BC.
• Before the paper is found, Chinese people use silk and bone rolls as material for writing.
• Initially, paper was made from bark, but then developed into using plant fibers such as cotton and bamboo.
• In the 8th century, paper making technology spread to Japan and Korea.
• In the 10th century, paper began to be produced in Spain and spread throughout Europe.
• In the 15th century, Johannes Gutenberg created the first printing machine that used paper as a print media.
• During the 18th century, paper began to be mass produced throughout the world, which made it more affordable and more available.
• Initially, paper is only used to write and print, but then used to make products such as packaging and toilet tissue.
• In the 20th century, digital technology reduced demand for print paper, but demand for packaged paper and toilet paper remains high.
• At present, the paper industry is a large industry that includes paper production, cartons and packaging materials worldwide.