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- This article refers to the material. For other uses, see Glass (disambiguation).
Glass is a uniform amorphous solid material, usually produced when the viscous molten material cools very rapidly to below its glass transition temperature, without sufficient time for a regular crystal lattice to form. The most familiar form of glass is the silica-based material used for windows, containers and decorative objects.
In its pure form glass is a transparent, strong, hard-wearing, essentially inert, and biologically inactive material that can be formed with very smooth and impervious surfaces. Glass is, however, brittle and will break into sharp shards. These properties can be modified or changed with the addition of other compounds or heat treatment.
Common glass contains about 70% amorphous silicon dioxide (SiO2), which is the same chemical compound found in quartz and in its polycrystalline form, sand.
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RT @Peeda_Wee: Man dis long island got me feelin gooooood! $8 people..tall glass...$8
rosstamane (rossta) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 06:01:59 -0000
RT @Peeda_Wee: Man dis long island got me feelin gooooood! $8 people..tall glass...$8
@missazatl #youknowthesexisgoodwhen she sweatin' and I'm the one puttin in work. gimme a glass of water! lol
ZachSteez (Zach Steele) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 05:10:46 -0000
@missazatl #youknowthesexisgoodwhen she sweatin' and I'm the one puttin in work. gimme a glass of water! lol
Poured me a glass a milk about 20 minutes ago and just noticed it in front of me. Still tasted good! Does the body good! @StLCardsGuy
bigjstl (Jason Robison) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:52:52 -0000
Poured me a glass a milk about 20 minutes ago and just noticed it in front of me. Still tasted good! Does the body good! @StLCardsGuy
RT @josh_walker: @natfinn @ripsup that one glass is my favorite now, right @davewoodson ? #afteraftertweetup LOL, mine is still in the MCC
davewoodson (Dave Woodson) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:28:28 -0000
RT @josh_walker: @natfinn @ripsup that one glass is my favorite now, right @davewoodson ? #afteraftertweetup LOL, mine is still in the MCC
this is just the type of day that I would be relaxing right now with a glass of wine or something. not drinking sucks.
Sourire11 (Jeanne) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:28:27 -0000
this is just the type of day that I would be relaxing right now with a glass of wine or something. not drinking sucks.
RT @MakingJewelryFn: Busy in my glass studio trying to find the recipe for the perfect fuse. Opening the kiln seems like Christmas www.m ...
Mikestro1 (Mike Winger) Thu, 07 Jan 2010 04:24:05 -0000
RT @MakingJewelryFn: Busy in my glass studio trying to find the recipe for the perfect fuse. Opening the kiln seems like Christmas www.m ...
Bomford Collection of Ancient Glass - Bristol City Museum provides a searchable catalogue of its important collection of ancient and Roman glass vessels and other glass objects, and a bibliography.
Meta Description: [ Searchable collection of 203 ancient and Roman Glass objects that can be found at the Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery. ]
Broadfield House Glass Museum - Features collection of British glass and glassmaking. Includes news, an exhibition guide, an events calendar, a reference library, volunteerism, hours, and directions. Located in West Midlands, UK.
Meta Description: [ Broadfield House Glass Museum ]
Corning Museum of Glass - Contains over 40,000 objects representing 3,500 years of glass and glassmaking from Egyptian to 20th century. Collections, exhibitions, education, demonstrations, events.
Meta Description: [ Engage, Educate, and Inspire Visitors and The Community Through The Art, History And Science Of Glass. ]
Dyatkovo Glasshouse, Russia - Photographs and history of the museum's glass and crystal pieces.
Meta Description: [ Dyatkovo artistic glass and crystal is a real wonder. This glasshouse is in the Bryansk region of Russia. You'll find here the photos and a story about this kind of art. Page supported by the Bryansk regional administration. ]
Mbad African Bead Museum - Major repository for African sculptures, textiles, pottery, beads, bead works, and metal items and seeks to preserve the cultural heritage of African people. Sponsors programs, workshops, and exhibitions. Located in Detroit, Michigan, United States.
Meta Description: [ African Beads a Coloring Book, on African bead history, the largest selection of African beads and African Bead Museum; organizing, building, collections on African Beads. ]
Museum of Glass - Tacoma, Washington, museum of international contemporary art and glass.
Meta Description: [ Museum of Glass: International Center for Contemporary Art. Tacoma, WA USA - Art exhibitions, Hot Shop Amphitheater, Art Studio, Education programs, Facility rental ]
Museum of Neon Art - Exhibits, documents, and preserves contemporary fine art in electric media and outstanding examples of neon signs. Located in Los Angeles.
National Glass Centre - A focal point for glass and glassmaking in Britain. Includes information on exhibits, activities, and workshops.
Meta Description: [ The National Glass Centre is a cultural and educational resource housed in a spectacular glass building with panoramic views over the River Wear. Over 100,000 visitors from all over the UK and beyond visited the National Glass Centre in 2005 ]
Niijima Contemporary Glass Art Museum - Includes photos of works from the artists featured in the museum. Located in Japan.
The Stained Glass Museum - Houses a national collection of British stained glass. The illustrated online catalogue can be browsed by designer, subject, date or place. Includes brief biographies of designers.
Wheaton Village - An exhibit oriented glass museum in Millville, New Jersey. Features hours, admission fees, a history of the village, FAQs, memberships, and volunteer opportunities.
Wondrous Glass - The Kelsey Museum (US) describes its collection of ancient glass from Iraq, Palestine and Egypt, with photographs. History and techniques of glass-making, especially glass-blowing. Roman styles.
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