| abstract |
A material for the formation of a pattern is provided which has a wide exposure latitude and is less liable to cause a dimensional change of a pattern with a change in exposure. The material comprises (A) a compound having a capability of producing an acid upon irradiation with an active beam, (B) a compound capable of producing a base or increasing its basicity, (C) a compound having at least one bond clearable with an acid and/or (D) a compound insoluble in water but soluble in an aqueous alkaline solution. |