Geology of Clay Crossword

Choose the rock name clay originates from: Granite, Diamond, Stoneware
The break down of rock through time is called
Which rock is formed through the cooling and solidification of lava>
Rock which is formed from sediment layers, carried by water compressed into a solid form.
The study of rocks, land and minerals
This mineral is altered into kaolinite, which is an important part of the clay ingredients
What kind of clay is found iakes and rivers.
Under the microscope clay particles resemble _________________
Potters need _________________ clay to create hand made sculpture and pottery
The lowest firing clay. This clay usually has a red clay color after fired.
This clay is fired to a medium heat of approximatly 2000 degrees F
This clay fires to a very high temperature and is found in China naturally.
Terra Cotta clay is what color after fired?
What color does stoneware turn after fired?
What color is the clay body of porcelain after fired?
small clay particles added to clay to help it support the form of the handmade form.
The most fragile stage of clay
The first time clay is fired. Clay can no longer be recycled.
The last firing of clay before a student can take work home.