Hey there, future potter! 🌟 Today, we’re going to dive into something really cool about pottery called cones. Think of cones as special little tools that help us know how hot to make the kiln when we’re firing our clay creations. When we say Cone 022, it means we’re aiming for a temperature of 1112°F or 600°C. This is the heat level where some types of clay and glaze start to mature or become their best selves!
To understand it better, let’s break it down:
Cone: It’s a little clay triangle that melts at certain temperatures to tell us our kiln is hot enough. Each cone number means a different temperature. For example, Cone 022 melts at 1112°F!
Temperature: This is how hot things get. In our case, it’s super important because if it’s too cold, our clay won’t harden properly, and if it’s too hot, we might just turn our work into goo!
Now that we know what Cone 022 means, let’s look at 7 objects that need the exact heat of 1112°F (600°C) to turn out just right:
- Cone 022 pottery cone (of course!)
- A medium fire stoneware mug for your hot cocoa.
- A small vase for holding flowers.
- A ceramic tile that you can decorate.
- A set of earthenware plates for dinner.
- A glazed bowl to store your snacks.
- A decorative figurine – maybe a cute animal!
So there you have it! When we’re firing things in pottery, remembering that Cone 022 means reaching 1112°F (600°C) is super important for making beautiful pottery. Happy crafting! 🎨✨
