Question

Arrange the following steps involved in the process of Raku Firing in correct sequence.
(A) Initial Firing
(B) Fire in the raku kiln
(C) Transfer to sawdust or water
(D) Remove, clean and give finishing to the ware
(E) Apply Glaze
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D), (E)
• B. (A), (E), (B), (C), (D)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C), (E)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A), (E)
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Hint:

In the Raku firing process, always follow the sequence: Initial firing → Firing in the kiln → Transfer to sawdust or water → Cleaning and finishing → Glazing.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Raku Firing Process.
The Raku firing process involves several key steps:
1. Initial Firing (A) – The pottery is first fired at a low temperature.
2. Fire in the raku kiln (B) – The pottery is placed into the kiln and heated to a higher temperature.
3. Transfer to sawdust or water (C) – After firing, the piece is removed and placed in either sawdust or water to cool quickly and achieve the desired effects.
4. Remove, clean and give finishing to the ware (D) – The pottery is cleaned and finished to remove any excess material or soot.
5. Apply Glaze (E) – Finally, the glaze is applied to the pottery.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
- (1) (A), (B), (C), (D), (E): Correct, this is the correct order of operations for Raku firing.
- (2) (A), (E), (B), (C), (D): Incorrect, glaze is applied after the firing, not before.
- (3) (B), (A), (D), (C), (E): Incorrect, the initial firing should come first.
- (4) (C), (B), (D), (A), (E): Incorrect, transfer to sawdust or water should come after firing, not before.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct order is (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), which is option (1).
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