Reducing

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Low in oxygen. Reducing flames can draw oxygen out of hot glass and discolor the surface.

Reducing Atmosphere:

The oxygen deficient atmosphere of a smokey kiln or furnace. Used to reduce oxides into metallic states such as with lustre pigments.