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Answers may vary, but should include at least 3 examples: Fibers can come from plants, such as reeds or cotton, from animals, such as wool from sheep, or can be made, which create what’s called synthetic fibers, such as nylon.

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Glass art is a form of art which uses glass in a creative way. It is also a form of art that relies heavily on light to enhance its appeal and beauty.

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The picture is an example of a blown-glass sculpture made as a ceiling light. To create pieces like this, an artist gathers molten glass on the end of a blowpipe and blows air into it to form shapes. The artist then uses tools to stretch and shape the hot glass. The separate glass forms are assembled into the finished piece.

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The picture is an example of a stained glass window. Stained glass is glass that has been colored using metallic salts. Stained glass has been used throughout history for both aesthetic and functional purposes, including bringing in light and displaying biblical stories and images in churches.

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This picture shows a glass craft. It was made by heating sand silica until it melts into a liquid state. The melted glass can then either be shaped by blowing the liquid (glass blowing) or by pouring the melted glass into a mold. The shape and size of the finished piece depends on the tools and method used by the artist.

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The two components of weaving are warp and weft. The warp is the lengthwise yarns through which the weft is woven. The weft is the yarn which is drawn under and over parallel warp yarns to form fabric.

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Silica is the main component usually found in glass. Silica is a chemical compound most commonly found in sand or quartz.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences. Both of the above pieces are examples of art. Compare and contrast these works of art.

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Answers will vary, but may include the following: The piece on the left is a tapestry. It was created using fibers of some type, and displays both artistic skill and creativity. The piece on the right is an example of glass art. It also shows skill and creativity. Both are therefore examples of art. They could also both serve as functional pieces. The tapestry (left) could be used as a blanket or covering for a wall or floor, and the glass vase (right) could hold water or a flowers perhaps.

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The four main properties/abilities of glass are: transparent, reflective, transmit, and absorb. Transparent: A property of glass which permits light to pass through. Reflective: A property of glass which casts light back. Transmit: Allowing some light filters through. Absorb: Taking in light.

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The picture is an example of stained-glass art. It is made by arranging pieces of colored glass, often joined with lead, to create images and patterns. Stained-glass windows decorate buildings and fill them with colorful light. In churches, they can also tell religious stories and teach people about biblical figures and events.

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