Hey there, young potter! Let’s dive into some cool science behind your pottery work! When you make pottery, you use something called kilns, which are like big ovens that help make your clay creations hard and ready for use.
Now, every pottery piece needs a special kind of heat to turn out just right. That’s where cones come in! A cone is a small clay piece that melts at a certain temperature, telling us when the kiln is hot enough.
For example, Cone 020 melts when the temperature reaches 1180°F (or 638°C). This means that if you’re firing your clay, you need to get your kiln hot enough for this cone to melt, signifying that the clay is ready, and it helps achieve the perfect finish!
To help you understand better, here are 7 objects that are created or would work at exactly that same temperature:
- A small clay mug – perfect for sipping your favorite drink.
- A ceramic plate – ideal for serving snacks.
- A vase – to hold beautiful flowers.
- A plant pot – for your favorite indoor plant.
- A decorative tile – to add some style to your wall.
- A custom figurine – your very own miniature sculpture.
- A kitchen bowl – to mix up all your baking ingredients.
So, next time you’re potting away, remember the magic temperature of 1180°F for those Cone 020 creations! Happy pottery making!