What is an advantage of crystal vases over glass vases?

What can I do with all of the vases I have received over the years Are there some good craft projects I can do or some place I can donate them?

You can use groups of like vases as decorative accents. Group cylindrical glass vases or round glass vases or ceramic vases of a similar shape or color. Fill a glass vase with shells, stones, colorful beads, brilliant silk flowers (like Gerbera daisies) for seasonal display. Add a ribbon or raffia bow and make a gift to a friend.

Does archaeology give you an advantage over other co-workers that don't know Spanish?

Yes, it does give you an advantage, because you'll be able to read Spanish from vases or walls.

What advantage do glass and plastic containers have over aluminum cans?

An advantage that glass and plastic containers have over aluminum cans is that glass and plastic containers, after used, can be washed, disinfected, and used again. Also now both glass and plastic can also be recycled.

How does slumping work?

Slumping is a glass forming technique where glass is heated until it becomes soft and then slumped over a mold. The glass takes the shape of the mold as it cools and solidifies, creating a new form. Slumping can be used to create various glass objects such as plates, bowls, and vases.

Will crystal break easier than glass?

The addition of up to 30% lead oxide, ( though most manufacturers are reducing it to 24%, the legal minimum to be called lead crystal ), gives crystal glass a high index of refraction which makes it sparkle when cut at sharp angles, is softer to cut, and gives the glass a distinctive long lasting ringing tone when it is struck gently with a hard object like a fingernail. The lead may under very extreme conditions leach out into acidic beverages, like white wine or orange juice ( if stored over night in a fridge for instance). The glass is also more fragile and subject to temperature shock: Crystal glass will often break when cold water is poured into a hot glass or vice versa. Glass is a liquid in the sense that it does indeed flow, but it flows over an extensive period of time. The difference between a crystal and glass, is that a crystal has a homogenous solid formed by a repeating,

How can you recycle glass?

Put it over some sort of fire so that the glass will melt. You will then shape it into scalptures or even vases to put your flower. There, the glass is now recycled/reused(if that's what you think it is:-P).

What tool can you use when melting a crystal over a Bunsen burner?

You can use a glass rod or a metal spatula to stir the crystal as it melts over a Bunsen burner. Make sure the tool is heat-resistant and clean before using it.

Whats the difference between crystal and glass... as in crystal versus glass champagne flutes... I know glass is a viscous liquid but what is crystal?

Crystal is defined legally by a UK British Standard BS 3828 of 1973 and the EU Crystal Glass products directive 69/493 EEC of the 19th March 2002, Gazette No 24700 . The Refractive Index by UK and EU law, must be not less than 1.520, and the density must be of at least 2.54 g/cm2. If lead is present, to be called "Crystal Glass" it must contain 10% at least of zinc, barium, or potash, alone, or together. (In the USA, only 1% is needed, which would easily be considered just plain glass by the UK.) Only Lead crystal, ( or Full Lead Crystal with over 30% lead) contains lead or other materials which modify the characteristics of the material. The same is true for other types of glass where the refractive index is changed by inclusion of other materials to make camera lenses etc. "Lead crystal" was a British invention discovered by George Ravenscroft and registered on the 16th May 1667, and financed by the Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers of London. The addition of up to 30% lead oxide, ( though most manufacturers are reducing it to 24%, the legal minimum to be called lead crystal ), gives crystal glass a high index of refraction which makes it sparkle when cut at sharp angles, is softer to cut, and gives the glass a distinctive long lasting ringing tone when it is struck gently with a hard object like a fingernail. The lead may under very extreme conditions leach out into acidic beverages, like white wine or orange juice ( if stored over night in a fridge for instance). The glass is also more fragile and subject to temperature shock: Crystal glass will often break when cold water is poured into a hot glass or vice versa. Glass is a liquid in the sense that it does indeed flow, but it flows over an extensive period of time. The difference between a crystal and glass, is that a crystal has a homogenous solid formed by a repeating, three-dimensional pattern of atoms, ions, or molecules and having fixed distances between constituent parts. Glass on the other hand, has molecules that are disordered but are rigidly bound.

Are there any vases made of plastic that look good but can handle a child knocking them over?

Yes bud vases are durable and some are made of plastic.

A solid material with no crystal structure?

A solid material with no crystal structure is called amorphous.

What does kristallnacht mean?

The "Night of the Broken Glass" happened in November 1938. Over two nights, Nazis destroyed homes, schools and businesses held by Jews and killed over 100 people.

Are Hoosier white milk glass vases with the number 4096 worth anything?

Hoosier white milk glass vases marked with the number 4096 can have some value, particularly among collectors of vintage glassware. Their worth typically depends on factors such as condition, rarity, and demand in the collector's market. Prices can range from a few dollars to potentially over $50, depending on these factors. To get a more accurate valuation, consider consulting recent sales on platforms like eBay or checking with a local antique dealer.