Ceramics Terminology Quiz

Define the term 'Welding' as it relates to ceramics by matching it with the correct definition from the list provided.

• A. The process of heating ceramics in a kiln to a specific temperature to harden and set them.

• D. A substance applied to ceramics before firing to give them a glossy or matte finish.

• B. A technique of joining pieces of clay together by blending them with fingers or tools.

• E. The process of smoothing clay onto a surface.

• C. Clay that has been fired once but has not yet been glazed.

Define the term 'Firing' as it relates to ceramics by matching it with the correct definition from the list provided.

• E. The process of smoothing clay onto a surface.

• D. A substance applied to ceramics before firing to give them a glossy or matte finish.

• C. Clay that has been fired once but has not yet been glazed.

• B. A technique of joining pieces of clay together by blending them with fingers or tools.

• A. The process of heating ceramics in a kiln to a specific temperature to harden and set them.

List the 3 Hand-building Techniques we learned about in class.

What is Glaze?

• D. A substance applied to ceramics before firing to give them a glossy or matte finish.

• A. The process of heating ceramics in a kiln to a specific temperature to harden and set them.

• B. A technique of joining pieces of clay together by blending them with fingers or tools.

• C. Clay that has been fired once but has not yet been glazed.

• E. The process of smoothing clay onto a surface.

True or False: Bisqueware is clay that has been fired twice.

• True

• False

Define the term 'Bone-Dry' as it relates to ceramics by matching it with the correct definition from the list provided.

• Clay that you can still work with easily

• Clay that has been fired at least once

• Clay that has no moisture left breaks easily

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Define the term 'Glazeware' as it relates to ceramics by matching it with the correct definition from the list provided.

• Ceramics that have been glazed

• Ceramics that have been glazed and fired TWICE

• Donuts

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Which of the following best describes the term 'Slip' in ceramics?

• A. A liquid form of clay used as a glue or for decorative purposes.

• B. A technique of joining pieces of clay together by blending them with fingers or tools.

• C. Clay that has been fired once but has not yet been glazed.

• D. The process of heating ceramics in a kiln to a specific temperature to harden and set them.

What does the term 'Leather-hard' refer to in ceramics?

• A. Clay that is completely dry and ready to be fired.

• B. Clay that is partially dry and has a firm leather-like texture, ideal for carving or joining.

• C. Clay that has been fired once and is ready to be glazed.

• D. A finished piece of ceramics that has been glazed and fired.

Wedging Techniques are an important part of the clay process because it removes ___ _______ from the clay and prevents explosions in the kiln.