Production of Glass Bottles

Introduction

In 12th grade in chemistry course we are dealing with a very important and significant theme- Chemical and environmental technologies. One of the most important things is the production of glass.We use glass in our daily life, for example, dishes, drinks in glass bottles, vases and others. Glass is quickly and easily recyclable, so it would be interesting to know something more about production of glass bottles. In the video we will see how glass is recycled and production of glass bottles. I hope that everything goes well, video is not too long, but it covers important information that will be required after watching this video! 

Video link-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwoMDBM4Mq4

 

Task

Watch the video about Production of Glass bottles and then give answers to 10 questions! 

Process

Answer to these questions:

  1. Why it is better to choose glass?
  2. Why glass is unique material?
  3. What is manufacturing process first stage?
  4. What are the main raw materials?
  5. What is manufacturing process second stage?
  6. Where are deliveredraw materials?
  7. Which stage is melting?
  8. How latge is the temperature in the oven?
  9. How big is the average time when bottles are delivered to containers?
  10. In which stage bottles are sprayed?

Evaluation

Question answers:

  1. Because it is recyclable, reusable and refillable;
  2. Because glass is reusable and it doesn't lose its quality;
  3. Raw materials;
  4. Sans, limestone and calcined soda;
  5. Batching;
  6. Batch house;
  7. Melting;
  8. 1565 degrees C
  9. Between 60 and 80 minutes;
  10. Stage 8

 

Results:

  • If you have answered correctly to at least 5 questions you've carefully listened and studied this theme. 
  • If you have answered correctly in less than 5 questions, then you have to study a little bit harder and listen carefully.

Conclusion

Congratilations! Now you know something more about glass recycling and glass bottle production! You're mastered the main things about glass and glass bottle production! 

This material has helped you to see factory where glass is producted, what are the main stages of production and why it is better to choose glass not plastic. 

For a better understanding of this and other themes, it is advisable to look throught Ā.Kakša and V.Kakses chemestry book for class 12, as well as various internet sites such as uzdevumi.lv. 

Credits

Information and video was taken from www.youtube.com. This material has been authorized and even recommended to use the classroom to complement the students knowledge and awareness, as well as independent thinking. Now when you have mastered the theme of Production of Glass bottles, you will better uderstand why it is important to sort waste and also you can tell others how glass is recycled and producted.