Ceramics and Glass

A Bull in a China ShopProperties of Ceramics and Glass?

CeramicsHardCrystalline Heating clay

ClayWaterSmall material particles

SiAlO

Making CeramicsHeat above 1000⁰CWater evaporates leaves pocketsParticles stick togetherThink of bricks

GlazedThin layer of silicon dioxideHeat it againForms glassy waterproof covering

Properties of CeramicsResist moistureDo not conduct electricityWithstand temps that cause metals to melt

Break easily

Uses for CeramicsInsulatorsStore foodProtect from moisture and animalsRoofing tilesSewer pipes

Other usesCatalectic ConvertersBioceramics

GlassSand + Limestone = GlassClearSolidNo crystal structure

Making GlassMeltingBlowing

Properties of GlassBrittle and shatters

ClearMake into different shapes and colorsCan not be penetrated by liquids

UsesDifferent mixtures make different uses

Add boron oxideResistant to heat

Add limestoneBends light better

CommunicationOptical Fiber

Threadlike piece of glass used to transmit lightPhoneTVInternet