Glass Building Elements Quiz

What is the main use of drawn flat glass?

• For glazing windows and doors

• For thermal insulation

• For creating partition walls

• For illuminating the attic space

How is cast glass obtained?

• By assembling two pressed halves in a hot state and under pressure

• By pressing a wire mesh between two layers of glass

• By rolling the poured glass mass with a relief roller

• By mechanical extraction

What is the purpose of reinforced glass?

• To increase the elasticity of the glass

• To prevent condensation of water vapor

• To replace the wall in terms of thermal insulation

• To create partition walls or windows that do not open

What is the composition of thermal insulating glass?

• A wire mesh pressed between two layers of glass

• A solid coating created by silicic acid dissolved in water

• Thin threads of glass resembling wool

• Two or three flat glasses with a cavity between them

What is the main use of solid and hollow glass bodies?

• To illuminate the attic space

• To create partition walls or windows that do not open

• To replace the wall in terms of thermal insulation

• To transmit light but not be transparent

How are glass tiles made?

• By mechanical extraction

• By pressing in molds

• By gently letting the glass mass fall onto a fireclay plate

• By casting the glass mass in two layers and pressing a wire mesh between them

What are the properties of glass wool (voile)?

• Absorbs moisture and catches mold

• Flammable and rots easily

• Easily breaks and is not durable

• Does not absorb moisture and does not rot

What is water glass used for?

• For illuminating the attic space

• For the production of various facade plasters and putties

• For thermal insulation

• For glazing windows and doors

What is the thickness range of thin glass?

• 6 to 8 mm

• 1.6 mm

• 1.6 to 4 mm

• 5 to 6 mm

What is the main use of glass tile?

• For illuminating the attic space

• For glazing windows and doors

• For creating partition walls

• For thermal insulation