10 Questions
What is the chemical composition of glass?
Silicates, lime, and soda
What is the appearance of glass?
Usually transparent
When did glass container manufacture become mechanized in the United States?
Late 19th century
What are the two main types of glass containers used in food packaging?
Bottles and jars/pots
What is the historical significance of glass in packaging?
One of the earliest forms of packaging
What is the chemical composition of glass?
Silicates, lime, and soda
What is the historical significance of glass in packaging?
It became one of the earliest forms of packaging
What led to the manufacture of hollow glass containers?
The invention of the blow stick in Roman times
What is the appearance of glass?
Usually transparent
What is the scientific significance of the amorphous random distribution of atoms and molecules in glass?
It means that it has failed to crystallize from the molten state
Test your knowledge of glass with this quiz on the definition, composition, and properties of this amorphous, inorganic material. See how well you understand the chemical makeup and characteristics of glass as defined by the American Society for Testing Materials.
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