Definitions for tracing paper
trac·ing paper

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1. tracing papernoun

   a semitransparent paper that is used for tracing drawings

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1. tracing papernoun

   a translucent paper on which may be traced the design of whatever it is placed on

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1. Tracing paper

   Tracing paper is paper made to have low opacity, allowing light to pass through. It was originally developed for architects and design engineers to create drawings that could be copied precisely using the diazo copy process; it then found many other uses. The original use for drawing and tracing was largely superseded by technologies that do not require diazo copying or manual copying (by tracing) of drawings. The transparency of tracing paper is achieved by careful selection of the raw materials and the process used to create transparency. Cellulose fibre forms the basis of the paper, usually from wood species but also from cotton fibre. Often, paper contains other filler materials to enhance opacity and print quality. For tracing or translucent paper, it is necessary to remove any material which obstructs the transmission of light.

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1. tracing paper

   Tracing paper is a type of translucent paper that is slightly thick and designed for tracing images or designs. Its transparency allows individuals to see through it and trace drawings or text from one sheet to another. It is commonly used in arts, crafts, architecture, and drafting.

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1. Tracing paper

   Tracing paper is a type of translucent paper. It is made by immersing uncut and unloaded paper of good quality in sulfuric acid for a few seconds. The acid converts some of the cellulose into amyloid form having a gelatinous and impermeable character. When the treated paper is thoroughly washed and dried, the resultant product is much stronger than the original paper. Tracing paper is resistant to oil, grease and to a large extent impervious to water and gas. Tracing paper is named as such for its ability for an artist to trace an image onto it. When tracing paper is placed onto a picture, the picture is easily viewable through the tracing paper. Thus, it becomes easy for the artist to find edges in the picture and trace the image onto the tracing paper. Pure cellulose fiber is translucent, and it is the air trapped between fibers, that makes paper opaque and looks white. If the fibers are refined and beaten until all the air is taken out, then the resulting sheet will be translucent. Translucent papers are dense and contain up to 10% moisture at 50% humidity. This type of paper is roughly 25% lighter than regular paper. The sizing in production will determine whether it is for laser printer or inkjet/offset printing.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of tracing paper in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of tracing paper in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Tracing_Paper
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tracing_Paper
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5. ^ Wikidata
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