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Why are most of the apparatus made of glass?


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Glass is used to make most of the apparatus due to following properties.

  1. Material type : It is transparent and clear in nature so its easy to observe changes during an experiment.
  2. Non-reactive nature : Glass do not react with majority of chemicals and therefore act as suitable material for making of apparatus.
  3. Maintenance : It is easy to clean and glass like Pyrex and Borosil do not break easily.
  4. Temperature sensitivity : Glass has the unique property to withstand high temperature.

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