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Would glass or plastic shelving be better in a freezer and can you explain your choice?
Plastic shelving would be better in a freezer than glass because the extreme cold would make the glass more brittle and thus more likely to break.
Glass or plastic what keeps water colder?
Glass is a better insulator than plastic, meaning it is better at keeping the temperature of its contents stable. Glass has a lower thermal conductivity compared to plastic, which helps to prevent heat transfer between the water inside and the surrounding environment. This makes glass more effective at keeping water colder for longer periods of time compared to plastic.
What is the advantage between a bimetallic thermometer and an ordinary thermometer?
If you mean by an "ordinary" thermometer, a mercury thermometer, the bimetallic type can measure a far greater range of temperature (mercury freezes at -38oC and boils at 356oC making it useless in the polar regions or for measuring high temperatures).Bimetallic thermometers are also more robust; mercury thermometers are usually made from glass and are fragile.
Does plastic or wood float better?
Plastic generally floats better than wood due to its lower density. Density is the mass of a material per unit volume, and since plastic is less dense than wood, it displaces more water and floats more easily. However, the specific type of plastic or wood can also impact their respective buoyancy properties.
What is a thin glass tube with a bulb on one end that usually contains a liquid usually mercury or colored alcohol?
This could describe a thermometer. The only thing missing is the graduations. That way the height of the column can be associated with a specific temperature, the one that caused the column to be as high as it is.
Why it is safer to use a plastic strip thermometer than a glass thermometer?
Because a glass thermometer has a liquid inside (alcohol or mercury), that can poison you if it brakes.
Would glass or plastic shelving be better in a freezer and can you explain your choice?
Plastic shelving would be better in a freezer than glass because the extreme cold would make the glass more brittle and thus more likely to break.
Why is a glass jug better than a plastic jug when measuring water?
Water "wets" plastic more than glass, giving a lower reading
What is the better conductor of heat glass or plastic?
Glass is a better conductor of heat compared to plastic. This means heat travels more easily through glass than plastic, allowing glass to heat up or cool down faster when in contact with a heat source or a cold surface.
Which is a better conductor glass or plastic?
Glass is a better insulator than plastic. Plastic is used on wire for insulation purposes because of its flexibility, where as glass is not. Glass is used as insulators for holding wires to cross arms on power poles as plastic would not stand up to the weather year after year.
Is it better to use a plastic or glass decanter?
When It comes to decanters, I always prefer glass over plastic. Glass appears more dignified and gives your wine or spirits an extra sparkle.
Is glass a better conductor of heat than plastic?
Glass is generally a better conductor of heat than plastic, as it has a higher thermal conductivity. This means that heat can transfer through glass more easily and quickly than through plastic materials.
What is more durable plastic or glass?
Glass is more durable.
Give one reason why it is safer to use a plastic strip thermometers?
Because if you use a glass thermometer, there is more chance of disease or micro organisms being spread.
Will heat travel faster through a glass cup or a plastic cup?
Heat will travel faster through a glass cup than a plastic cup because glass is a better conductor of heat than plastic. This means that heat will transfer more quickly through the glass, making it heat up or cool down faster compared to the plastic cup.
Is plastic lenss better than glass lenss for eyeglasses?
Yes. Plastic lenses are more scratch-resistant and also a lot lighter. That is totally wrong. The main reason to get glass is that they are more scratch resistant. The glass, however, is heavier, and the glass can shatter, so very few people get glass now.
Can plastic cup be replaced by glass beaker in determination of heat of solution?
Yes, a glass beaker can typically be used as a substitute for a plastic cup in the determination of heat of solution. Glass is generally a better material as it is more chemically inert and can withstand higher temperatures than plastic, making it more suitable for certain experiments involving heat. Make sure to check that the glass beaker is heat-resistant and appropriate for the experiment.
