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The term '''leaded glass''' either refers to: |
The term '''leaded glass''' either refers to: |
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* glass containing [[lead oxide]], which increases its [[density]] and enhances its [[refraction]] and [[dispersion]] of light. |
* glass containing [[lead oxide]], which increases its [[density]] and enhances its [[refraction]] and [[dispersion (optics)|dispersion]] of light. [[Flint glass]] is often leaded; it is fashioned into [[rhinestone]]s which are used to imitate [[diamond]]. |
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* glass having lead added as an impediment to the transmission of [[radiation]], as used in aircraft used in testing [[nuclear weapons]]. |
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* glass panels made by combining multiple small pieces glass, which may be stained, textured or beveled, with [[came]]s. |
* glass panels made by combining multiple small pieces glass, which may be stained, textured or beveled, with [[came]]s. |
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[[Category:Glass]] |
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Revision as of 07:43, 13 March 2005
The term leaded glass either refers to:
- glass containing lead oxide, which increases its density and enhances its refraction and dispersion of light. Flint glass is often leaded; it is fashioned into rhinestones which are used to imitate diamond.
- glass having lead added as an impediment to the transmission of radiation, as used in aircraft used in testing nuclear weapons.
- glass panels made by combining multiple small pieces glass, which may be stained, textured or beveled, with cames.
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