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    Translucent

    What Translucent means in Design and Technology GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.

    Definition of Translucent

    Allowing light to pass through, but not detailed shapes; semi-transparent.
    Pearson Edexcel · The categorisation of the types, properties and structure of papers and boards (study guide)

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