The Origin of Pyrex

William B. Jensen
Department of Chemistry, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0172
J. Chem. Educ., 2006, 83 (5), p 692
DOI: 10.1021/ed083p692
Publication Date (Web): May 1, 2006

Abstract

In response to a reader query, the column traces the origins of Pyrex and laboratory glassware in general.

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General Public

Keywords (Domain):

History / Philosophy

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Ask the Historian

Keywords (Subject):

Laboratory Equipment / Apparatus

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