Yes, exposed film can be developed.
Understanding Latent Images
When you take a photo using traditional film, the light entering your camera interacts with the film, creating a hidden image called a latent image. According to our reference, this is essentially a light impression stored on the film, such as a picture from "your cousin's wedding in 1997." You can't see this latent image with the naked eye.
How Development Works
In order to make the latent image visible, the film must be developed using specific chemical processes. This development process converts the latent image into a visible, permanent image.
Steps in Film Development
- Chemical Treatment: The exposed film is submerged into special chemical solutions.
- Image Emergence: These chemicals react with the latent image, bringing it into view.
- Fixing: The film is then treated to stop the development process and make the image stable.
Key Takeaways
- Exposed film contains a latent image of what was photographed.
- This latent image is invisible until the film is developed.
- Developing film involves using specific chemicals.
- The chemical process transforms the latent image into a permanent visible photograph.
