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The standard size of a tea saucer is about four and a half inches for an adult size saucer. The teacup is about two and a half inches tall. The saucers have been increased overtime.
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Why did people drink tea out of the saucer?
In India people pour tea out of their tea cup into the saucer as a way to cool down the tea and also as a way to split a cup between two people . The design of a cup and saucer is derived from a Chinese brewing cup that featured a bottom plate.
Are tea cups cups?
Yes, but they are not a standard size.
What is the value of a Wako China Tea Cup and Saucer?
Made in Occupied Japan Wako teacup and saucer
What is the name of the thing we put under tea cups?
Saucer.
What is the use of cup and saucer?
when you put tea in the cup, you then put the cup on the saucer to prevent tea from spilling onto the table or to protect the table from the cup. And it makes carrying the cup a lot easier. try tea with biscuits for an english touch :)
Why are we able to sip hot tea or milk faster from a saucer rather than a cup?
Because the rate of evaporation depends upon the surface area exposed to the atmosphere. The surface area of a saucer is greater than that of a cup which makes it easier for tea to evaporate rapidly which thereby makes the tea cool.
What is a gaiwan?
A lidded cup and saucer used in China and Taiwan in the preparation of tea
How does one get started on a tea cup and saucer collection?
One can start a tea cup and saucer collection by searching antique stores and thrift shops. Other online sites available for such a collection would be eBay and Craigslist.
Where could a Victorian tea cup and saucer be purchased?
Victoria tea cup and saucer sets can be purchased at a variety of places. Wal-Mart, Target, Amazon, and eBay are just a handful of names of companies that sell these items.
Does a larger exposed surface area causes evaporation?
Yes,a larger exposed surface area makes evaporation faster,for eg-: tea kept in a cup cools slowly than tea kept in the saucer because evaporation takes place quicker at the saucer because the saucer has a wider surface area than the cup.So the particles of tea evaporate fast hence cooling down.
How do you slow down the cooling process of a cup of tea?
Cover the top with a saucer. Take the lid off the teapot and stand the cup on the hole (with a saucer etc if necessary).
What is Lady Gagas china accessory?
She carries a cup of tea and saucer around with her to remind her of home when she is travelling around the world.
