Difference between revisions of "Vienna white"
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | An abrasive composed of fine particles of [ | + | An abrasive composed of fine particles of [[calcium%20carbonate|calcium carbonate]]. Vienna white is made by air slaking [[lime|lime]]. It is used for polishing metals. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 13:09, 10 May 2016
Description
An abrasive composed of fine particles of Calcium carbonate. Vienna white is made by air slaking Lime. It is used for polishing metals.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Vienna white chalk
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)
- Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985