| abstract |
A mono- or multi- layer recording member, suitable for recording using e.g., a laser, comprising a support having a recording layer thereon wherein the recording layer contains (a) a metal selected from the group consisting of Sn, Bi and In and (b) a halide capable of being thermally or photo-chemically activated by high energy density light irradiation and which thereby can promote a thermally initiated phase or structure change of the metal (a). |