Properties of Glass

Properties of Glass

 

Silica is the main ingredient of glass. But it will be added with sodium potassium carbonate to create down melting point. To help it become durable lime or lead oxide is additionally added. Manganese oxide is added to nullify the adverse effects of unwanted iron seen in the impure silica. The garbage are ground and sieved. There're mixed in specific proportion as well as melted in furnace. Then a glass items are manufactured by coming, flat drawing, rolling and pushing.
Important

Properties of Glass 

1. It absorbs, refracts or transmits gentle. It can be made translucent or translucent.
2. It might take excellent polish.
3. It is a good electrical insulator.
4. It is usually strong and brittle.
5. It may be blown, drawn or pressed.
6. It is not affected by atmosphere.
7. It offers excellent resistance to chemicals.
8. It comes in various beautiful colours.
9. While using advancement in technology, it can be done to make glass lighter compared to cork or stronger than metal.
10. Glass panes can always be cleaned easily.