Response to does d76 get more grainy with age?

As mentioned above, the pH of D-76 changes and activates the high contrast part of the formula: hydroquinone. More contrast can also mean more graininess. You're best off making a fresh batch. Or get The Film Developing Cookbook and mix up D-76H, which omits the hydroquinone altogether. It looks the same as D-76, but avoids the consistency problems you're experiencing.

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