vitrify in the PONS Dictionary

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They devised a fine white ceramic ware made from white kaolin, which they vitrified (made slightly "glasslike") with feldspar.
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On a much smaller scale, in scientific research, liquid ethane is used to vitrify water-rich samples for electron microscopy (cryo-electron microscopy).
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Talk of durability and vitrified tiles are sure winners.
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However, both ceramic and vitrified tiles are available in a range of prices, colours, patterns and sizes.
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Revival requires repairing damage from lack of oxygen, cryoprotectant toxicity, thermal stress (fracturing), freezing in tissues that do not successfully vitrify, and reversing the effects that caused the patient's death.
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The main products are ceramic tile, vitrified tiles, floor tiles, glazed wall tiles, luster wall tiles, sanitary wares, porcelain tiles, spartek tiles, glaze tile, roofing tiles and mosaic tiles.
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The basic difference is that vitrified tiles are actually one kind of ceramic tile.
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To effectively vitrify any mixture of materials, substances that contribute to glass formation (called glass formers) must be present.
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But for those who prefer a chic and glamorous look, vitrified tiles are definitely going to rule the flooring market in the near future.
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These wares were not yet actual porcelain wares as they were not hard and vitrified by firing kaolin clay at high temperatures.
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