Question

What is the temperature during the formation of the gob?

(a) 1100°C

(b) 2000°C

(c) 500°C

(d) 800°C

I got this question in examination.

My query is from Manufacture of Glass in division Glass Packaging Materials of Food Packaging Technology

Answer 1

The correct option is (a) 1100°C

The explanation is: Precise control of temperature and shape during the formation of the gob is required for the high speed production of accurately formed glass containers. Temperatures in the vicinity of 1100°C varying by no more than ±1°C are typical.