Robinson, H. P. (Henry Peach), 1830-1901, author, Abney, William de Wiveleslie, Sir, 1843-1920, author, Piper & Carter, publisher · London : Piper & Carter · leaf 41
29 SENSITIZING PAPEE. be near. The sheet, haying assumed a convex form, is drawn by the left hand across the dish, the right hand being gradually turned to allow the whole surface to come slowly in contact with the solution. Air-bubbles are said to be avoided by this means, though for our own part… … all superfluous fluid from the surface. This is a poor substitute for withdrawing the paper slowly from the dish, since capillary attraction is much more effective and even in its action than this rude mechanical means. By those who do not possess patience, however, it may be tried. Some practical…
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