2010 · Q46
Consider the following statements regarding the properties and uses of glass wool:
- 1Glass woo has tensile strength greater than steel.
- 2Glass woo is fire proof.
- 3Glass wool has high electrical conductivity and absorbs moisture.
- 4Glass wool is used to prepare fibre glass.
Which of the statements given, above are correct ?
General KnowledgeChemistry
- A1 and 2 only
- B1, 2 and 4
- C2 and 4 only
- D1, 3 and 4
Explanation
Glass wool is fireproof (2) and made into fibreglass (4); it is not stronger than steel nor conductive.