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Clay and glass are made up of different minerals and undergo different processes to form. Clay is formed from decomposed rocks and can harden when subjected to heat, but it will not transform into glass. Glass, on the other hand, is made by melting sand and other components at high temperatures, resulting in a transparent, non-crystalline material.

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