Essentials Of Materials Science And Engineering
Essentials Of Materials Science And Engineering
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781337385497
Author: WRIGHT, Wendelin J.
Publisher: Cengage,
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Chapter 15, Problem 15.43P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The difference between glass-ceramic and, glass and ceramic should be determined.

Concept introduction:

A ceramic is a type of solid material that encompasses inorganic material or amalgams of metals, non-metals, or metalloid atoms that are initially held in ionic and covalent bonds. Examples of ceramics are brick, porcelain, etc.

Ceramics are extensively used for the application in domestic, industrial and building products.

Glass is a material with non-crystalline, amorphous solid that has a wide range of applications. It appears in transparent form. The most common glass used is "silicate glass".

They are widely used in practical aspects, technological aspects, and decorative purpose as well.

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