Glossary of Terms - O
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Opening
Opening
When Throwing on the Wheel, making a hole in the center of the clay to begin forming a pot.
Oxidation and Reduction
Oxidation and Reduction
Kiln atmosphere, either with a sufficient amount of oxygen for fuel combustion (oxidation), or an insufficient amount of oxygen for fuel combustion (reduction). Atmoshere can have drastic effects on clay and glaze surfaces.