Revolutionizing Ceramic Artistry: Harnessing the Potential of Cow Bone Ash as a Sustainable Opacifier in Enamel Production
Published: 2024-02-17
Page: 74-79
Issue: 2024 - Volume 7 [Issue 1]
Lawrence Olusegun Ajala *
Department of Science Laboratory Technology, Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana, Nigeria and Department of Chemistry, Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD, 21251, United States.
Isiaka Olajide Odewale
Department of Ceramic and Glass Technology, Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana, Nigeria.
Norbert Okechinyere Osonwa
Department of Ceramic and Glass Technology, Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana, Nigeria.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The demand for opacifiers in ceramic industries necessitates exploration into sustainable alternatives due to the expense and scarcity of traditional materials. Opacifiers are crucial in ceramic production, imparting opacity to glazes, and are often imported, increasing production costs. As a result of these limitations, this study explored the feasibility of utilizing cow bone ash as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative opacifier to tin and zirconium oxides in enamel production for ceramic applications. Through a process of recycling cow bone, bone ash was synthesized and subjected to chemical analysis. Enamel formulations were prepared using bone ash and compared with those containing tin oxide. The physical and chemical properties of the enamels were evaluated, including opacity, durability, and resistance to chemical attack. Results indicate that cow bone ash exhibited comparable properties to traditional opacifiers, offering clarity, stability, and resistance to chemical deterioration. Moreover, cow bone ash presented a sustainable solution, utilizing waste material and reducing reliance on costly imports. This research signifies a substantial advancement in ceramic enamel production, promoting sustainability and innovation within the industry. By harnessing cow bone ash as an opacifier, ceramists and chemists can achieve cost efficiency while mitigating environmental impact, paving the way for a more eco-friendly future in ceramics.
Keywords: Opacifiers, glazes, cow bone ash, ceramic enamel, sustainable materials
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