When we talk about glass or crystal, we usually fall into the mistake of thinking that both are the same. The glass is also known as quartz and is a mineral that we can find in nature. However, in our day to day we refer to the name of glass to the material with which some of the objects we use, such as glasses or dishes are made. But did you know that this is a mistake? What we normally call crystal, it really is nothing other than a better quality improved glass, so its correct name is not crystal (which is the natural quartz itself), but you have to call it Crystal glass.
In this ecology article, we will explain the Difference between glass and glassreferring to glass and glass glass because they are two widely used materials and sometimes it costs to recycle correctly. Continue reading and discover how to differentiate them to be able to recycle them correctly, know where a glass glass or glass boat is recycled and why it is so important to differentiate them when we are going to discard them and, thus, not throw them into the same container.
Difference between glass and crystal – summary
There are several Differences between glass and glass glass. Although at first glance they may seem the same, they are not at all. Take note of this list of differences between these two elements:
- They differ in their composition. The glass is mostly composed of silica, by melts, such as sodium or calcium, and stabilizers, such as aluminum, lead or zinc. The use of lead oxide in the composition causes the glass glass to be obtained, commonly known as glass.
- Lead oxide gives the glass glass a sound and a brightness that the glass does not have.
- Crystal glass is more transparent and delicate than glass.
- Its thermal dilation coefficients are different, that is, they merge at different temperatures being greater than the glass glass. This is due to the lead that presents the glass glass.
- Glass is 100% recyclable, however, the glass glass has different thermal dilation coefficient cannot melt in the same ovens as glass.
- Glass is cheaper than glass glass.
How to know if it is easily glass or glass
Actually, most dishes and all containers for food, such as jars, boats or bottles we use are glass. However, we can also find glass dishes (or more correctly glass glass), such as dishes and glasses, or even windows crystals, among other objects.
If you want to learn How to know if something is glass or glass (glass glass), we must look at Sound That produces the object when hitting it with your finger and if there is a long sound, it means that it is glass glass. Transparency can also give us a track, since Crystal glass is more transparent than the glass. In addition, all those glass containers are marked with the green point or recycling symbol, this point indicates that it can be recycled.
Is it possible to throw broken crystals in the glass container?
No, as we have said, glass and glass are not the same, so It is not possible to throw broken crystals to a glass container. The fact that it is broken or not, is not the factor that determines where it is deposited, the determining factor is its composition.
In short, a broken glass material, for example a broken glass bottle, it is possible to throw it into the glass recycling container, but a broken glass glass material, for example a glass, would not be possible to be able to recycle correctly.
Where the glass is thrown
Glass must be thrown into the green container that has a mouge shape. In this container, only this material can be deposited because if we deposit glass or other materials, when the waste arrives at the recycling plant, the new containers will be defective or the work of separation of waste within the plant will be much more expensive and effectiveness and effectiveness will be lost.
Surely you have ever taken a glass container and you have appreciated that it has some air bubble inside or on the surface, this is due to the fact that glass and glass glass have been mixed in the recycling process. In addition, glass containers should always be thrown without lids or caps, since they are usually metal or plastic. The tapas or caps are made of plastic or metal should be thrown into the yellow container dedicated to the collection of plastic and metal containers.
Keep in mind that the color or shape of the container can change according to the region or the country, so you will have to consult in your area what is the specific one for this material. Here you can learn more about how to recycle glass and why it is important to recycle glass.
Where the glass is thrown
We said that the glass glass, which we vulgarly call crystal, is a type of glass that is achieved thanks to lead oxide in its composition, therefore, they cannot be recycled together but, then, then Where are the glass boats throw?
Crystal glass boats or any residue of this material must be taken to the Clean point closer we have. It is true that, sometimes, you can break a glass of glass and move to the clean point only because of this it can be a bit speaking, but we could leave it saved at home until we have a considerable amount of waste that must go to the clean point (broken toys, ceramics, bulbs …). Thus, we take advantage of the displacement to the clean point to carry several waste. Or also, although this option is less recommended, it could be deposited in the container that is intended for all waste, which is normally dark gray or dark green. Here we explain more about what container the glass is thrown.
What is better glass or crystal – recycling point of view
From the Recycling point of view It is better to acquire Glass objectssince this is 100% recyclablewhich means that when a glass object is melted to make a new one, it does not lose quality or quantity.
However, the glass glass cannot be recycled in recycling plants where glass is worked. This is due to its composition. The glass glass contains lead, needing this element higher temperature to be molten.
Finally, we leave you a video of our YouTube channel on this issue.
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- Royal Farm Crystals. National Glass Center Foundation. Manufacturing Techniques Document: http://www.realfabricadecristales.es/sites/default/files/documentos/2015/03/producion.pdf
