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I think it might have the roots "auto" or "photo" in it. Thanks.
Whats that called, when photos fade because of light?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of photos fading due to light exposure, exploring terminology and concepts related to this degradation process. Participants consider various terms and conditions under which fading occurs, including both photographic prints and overexposure.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests that the term may include roots like "auto" or "photo."
- Another participant proposes "chlorophell" specifically in the context of plant photos.
- A question is raised about whether the fading refers to photographs on paper or overexposure.
- A participant introduces "photo deterioration" as a general term for degradation processes, mentioning various causes such as air, moisture, light, and chemicals.
- Terms like "discolour," "decolourise," and "bleaching" are proposed as potential descriptors for the fading process.
- Another participant mentions "photochemistry" and "photochemical bleaching" as relevant concepts.
- "Photobleaching" is suggested as a specific term related to the fading phenomenon.
- A participant reiterates the question about whether the fading refers to photographs or overexposure, indicating a belief that the latter is intended.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
The discussion contains multiple competing views regarding the terminology and specific conditions of fading, with no consensus reached on a single term or definition.
Contextual Notes
Participants express uncertainty about the specific context of fading, whether it pertains to photographs on paper or overexposure, and the definitions of terms proposed remain unresolved.
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