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Ceramics are non-metallic inorganic solids. Ceramics are classified into “monolithic ceramics” composed of a single chemical compound and “composite ceramics” composed of multiple chemical compounds.
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Note 2.1 Technically speaking, potteries and porcelains usually contain several compounds and glass. But they were explained in this manner because ceramic materials for electronic parts, etc. are made from a single compound, although they are usually made by a similar method using a refined material.
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Note 2.2 Some of the crystal solids such as garnet fracture into jagged shapes.
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The Ceramic Society of Japan. (2012). Classification of Ceramics. In: Advanced Ceramic Technologies & Products. Springer, Tokyo. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-4-431-54108-0_2
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