How Long to Read Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians

How Long Does it Take to Read Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 44 minutes to read Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians by R. Barbour

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians, Second Edition introduces the laboratory technician to the technique of glassblowing. Vacuum line accessories and their applications are described, along with the vacuum technique and interchangeable ground-glass joints. Laboratory glassworking hazards as well as intermediate and advanced glassblowing are also considered. This book is comprised of 12 chapters and opens with an overview of glass and its composition, followed by a discussion on glass tubes and rods and how they are stored. The next chapter focuses on some obvious hazards that will be encountered in glassworking, including sharp glass edges, hot glass and tools, gas and mercury, and the glassworking flame. The reader is then introduced to the laboratory workshop for glassblowing; the process of glass annealing; glass-to-metal seals; and elementary, intermediate, and advanced glassblowing. The vacuum technique is also described, along with types of pumps, vacuum gauges, and the operation of a vacuum system. The final chapter explains how a glassblowing class should be conducted. This monograph will be a useful resource for laboratory technicians and those who may be concerned with either the training of glassblowers or with glassblowing.

How long is Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians?

Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians by R. Barbour is 282 pages long, and a total of 71,064 words.

This makes it 95% the length of the average book. It also has 87% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 28 minutes to read Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians aloud.

What Reading Level is Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians?

Glassblowing for Laboratory Technicians is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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