Glossary entry (derived from question below)
English term or phrase:
to leaf
English answer:
to effect microscopic leaf patterns
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ErichEko ⟹⭐
Nov 11, 2020 15:32
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English term
Indonesia
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leafing
English
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Chemistry; Chem Sci/Eng
What does leafing mean in the context below?
The other patent, No. 2,144,953, relates to an improved method of preparing a leafing aluminum paste pigment.
I think it has something to do with metallic appearance, but I am not sure what "to leaf" means here. Make leaf patterns or what?
The other patent, No. 2,144,953, relates to an improved method of preparing a leafing aluminum paste pigment.
I think it has something to do with metallic appearance, but I am not sure what "to leaf" means here. Make leaf patterns or what?
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Bridgette Mitchell
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Because it looks like little leaves under a microscope
Apologies about missing the question in my first answer, I have found a page that explains leafing and why it is called that.
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Bridgette Mitchell
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A finish or covering applied to a surface
Aluminium leafing can be applied to various materials to create a smooth or glossy surface. It can be used as a coating, often in plastics and printing industries. For example, it could be used on a child's toy to give a nice appearance and feel to the object.
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Reference:
Leafing
Leafing pigments - ECKART Effect Pigments
www.eckart.net › industrial-coatings › chrome-effects
Leafing pigments exhibit a distinct tendency to float to the surface of the coating and to align parallel to the surface of the coating film. Thus, they guarantee ...
www.eckart.net › industrial-coatings › chrome-effects
Leafing pigments exhibit a distinct tendency to float to the surface of the coating and to align parallel to the surface of the coating film. Thus, they guarantee ...
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Reference:
Leafing
Leafing pigments - ECKART Effect Pigments
www.eckart.net › industrial-coatings › chrome-effects
Leafing pigments exhibit a distinct tendency to float to the surface of the coating and to align parallel to the surface of the coating film. Thus, they guarantee ...
www.eckart.net › industrial-coatings › chrome-effects
Leafing pigments exhibit a distinct tendency to float to the surface of the coating and to align parallel to the surface of the coating film. Thus, they guarantee ...
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