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21 Cloudiness
21.1 Description
Cloudiness is a visual defect that occurs on parts molded with transparent mate-
rials. The clarity of the molded part will be reduced and there may even be a white
tinge or streakiness to the part (see Figure 21.1). In some cases, streaks of white
will appear in the clear material.
Also known as: milkiness, contamination, white streaks
Mistaken identities: color swirls
Figure 21.1 Cloudiness
