P3D Re: Come out of the Cold

[fj834@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx (Dr. George A. Themelis)]

>Freezing might slow down degradation to a point, but
>still, film must be used and processed before it expires. 

If freezing slows down degradation then why dosen't extend the 
expiration date?

>Why do you think Kodak puts a date on its films?  

Because it assumes storage at room temperature.

OK Bob, here is a simple question for you:  If Kodak announces today
that it will discontinue Kodachrome sales by the end of 1999 while it
will continue processing it for years to come, wouldn't  you stock
your freezer with Kodachrome?  (actually, I think you will buy a
dedicated freezer just to store Kodachrome!)

George Themelis


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