Borosilicate glass is used in the manufacture of laboratory equipment and cooking utensils due to what property?

Explanation:

1. Borosilicate glass is a type of glass that contains boron trioxide, which gives it excellent thermal resistance.

2. It can withstand high temperatures without expanding or breaking, making it ideal for use in laboratory equipment (such as test tubes and beakers) and cooking utensils (such as baking dishes and cookware).

3. The low thermal expansion of borosilicate glass ensures that it doesn't shatter under rapid temperature changes, unlike ordinary glass.

 Additional Information

Borosilicate Glass

• Properties: Resistant to thermal shock, can withstand high temperatures without breaking, low coefficient of thermal expansion.

• Uses: Laboratory equipment (beakers, test tubes, etc.), cooking utensils (bakeware), high-performance lighting, and scientific instruments.

• Example: Pyrex.

Tempered Glass

• Properties: Stronger than regular glass due to rapid heating and cooling during production, breaks into small, blunt pieces when shattered (reducing injury risk).

• Uses: Automotive windows, shower doors, glass tables, smartphones, and safety glass applications.

• Example: Side and rear windows of cars.

Laminated Glass

• Properties: Made by bonding two or more layers of glass with a plastic interlayer (usually PVB). It holds together when shattered.

• Uses: Windshields, skylights, and safety windows in buildings.

• Example: Car windshields.

Float Glass

• Properties: Produced by floating molten glass on a bed of molten metal (usually tin), giving it a smooth surface. It’s flat and can be cut into various sizes.

• Uses: Windows, mirrors, and glass facades.

• Example: Most windows in buildings and vehicles.

Lead Glass (Crystal Glass)

• Properties: Contains lead oxide, which gives it a high refractive index, making it sparkle. It’s also heavier than regular glass.

• Uses: Decorative items, chandeliers, and fine glassware.

• Example: Lead crystal glassware, chandeliers.

Frosted Glass

• Properties: Made by sandblasting or acid etching the surface of glass, creating a frosted appearance that diffuses light and adds privacy.

• Uses: Privacy windows, shower doors, and decorative glass.

• Example: Bathroom windows, partition walls.