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WorksheetsPowers of Ten Ceramics part 2
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
Clay that has been shaped but not fired is known as
bisque ware
mud
greenware
shaped clay
Clay that has been fired in the kiln but not yet glazed is called
bisqueware
mud
greenware
broken
Can you underglaze greenware?
yes
no
Can you underglaze bisqueware?
Yes
No
How many coats of underglaze should you put on?
1
2
2-3
4
What is the optimum thickness to a coat of glaze?
1/2 inch
1 inch
the thickness of a postcard
What happens if you fire the clay before it is dry?
it cracks
nothing
What is the kiln setting for bisquing low fire clay?
Cone 04
1945 degrees F
Cone 5
2160 degrees F
Cone 11
1600 degrees F
Cone 05
1888 degrees F
If you plan to melt marbles on your clay relief tile what should you do?
Underglaze
first
Use on top of GLAZE
Glazes need to include a ceramic flux. What does a flux do?
Fluxes lower the high melting point of the glass forms
Fluxes mix parts together
Fluxes add color
Can glaze act as glue?
Yes
No
Can glazed pieces be refired?
Yes
no
