Fibers 1 Unit 2 Vocab

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Slip

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A liquid mixture of clay and water, used to join pieces of clay or as a decorative surface coating.

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Wedging

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The process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles and achieve an even texture.

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Score and Slip

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The technique of scratching the surface of clay and adding slip to bond two pieces of clay together.

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Greenware

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Unfired clay that is dry and ready to be fired in a kiln.

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Leather-hard

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Clay that has dried partially but is still flexible enough to carve or join pieces.

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Bisque Firing

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The first firing of clay in a kiln, which makes it hard but still porous for glazing.

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Glaze

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A glassy coating applied to pottery that, when fired, fuses to the surface and adds color and texture.

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Kiln

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A high-temperature oven used to fire clay and other materials.

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Pinch Pot

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A simple clay form created by pinching the clay between fingers to shape it.

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Slab Building

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A technique where clay is rolled flat and then cut and joined to form shapes.