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The powder was simply put into this cast crucible and fired. Sintering is just beginning.
| Materials | 
Bentonite
 Bentonite can make a clay body instantly plastic, only 2-3% can have a big effect. It also suspends slurries so they don't settle out and slows down drying.  | 
| Materials | 
National Standard 325 Bentonite
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| Glossary | 
Sintering
 A densification process occurring within a ceramic kiln. With increasing temperatures particles pack tighter and tighter together, bonding more and more into a stronger and stronger matrix.  | 
| Temperatures | Comparison of frit melts at 1650F (900C) (1650-) | 
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