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What is a defining characteristic of glass ceramics?
What is a defining characteristic of glass ceramics?
- Inability to be shaped using ordinary molding methods
- Exceptionally low melting point
- Ability to crystalize to some extent (correct)
- Minimal resistance to temperature and thermal shock
What is a typical use of glass ceramics?
What is a typical use of glass ceramics?
- Public aquariums
- Vehicle windshields
- Building windows
- Envelopes for high-temperature lamps (correct)
Which type of glass is mentioned as being used for cooking purposes?
Which type of glass is mentioned as being used for cooking purposes?
- Soda-lime glass
- Glass ceramics (correct)
- Fused silica glass
- Borosilicate glass
What material is described as the result of the erosion of the Earth's crust over time in the text?
What material is described as the result of the erosion of the Earth's crust over time in the text?
What is the main component of soda-lime glass?
What is the main component of soda-lime glass?
How does borosilicate glass differ from soda-lime glass?
How does borosilicate glass differ from soda-lime glass?
What are some typical uses of borosilicate glass?
What are some typical uses of borosilicate glass?
Which type of glass is known for its great transparency?
Which type of glass is known for its great transparency?
What happens to the strength of ceramics when they have tiny flaws and are loaded in tension or bending?
What happens to the strength of ceramics when they have tiny flaws and are loaded in tension or bending?
Why are metal inserts not easily molded into ceramics?
Why are metal inserts not easily molded into ceramics?
What is the recommended draft angle for ceramic shapes to avoid issues during manufacturing?
What is the recommended draft angle for ceramic shapes to avoid issues during manufacturing?
How are most technical ceramics typically formed before being shaped and fired?
How are most technical ceramics typically formed before being shaped and fired?
