stabilization processing
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Stabilization processing is a method used for certain photographic papers that contain developing agents within their emulsions. These papers are processed using a roller system. The paper first passes through an activating bath for immediate development, followed by a stabilizing bath. Finally, squeegeeing rollers remove excess moisture, and the print emerges damp. This entire process takes approximately 10 to 15 seconds. However, prints made with stabilization processing are not as permanent as conventionally processed prints because unexposed silver salts are not removed but are converted into less light-stable compounds. To increase their longevity, these prints can be further treated with fixing and washing.1
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