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Well, darling, when glass is heated, it expands unevenly due to its non-crystalline structure, causing stress that leads to cracking. Metal, on the other hand, is more flexible and can handle the heat without shattering like a delicate little snowflake. So, in short, glass cracks because it's a drama queen, and metal stays cool as a cucumber.

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