EcoJourneys: Life of a Glass Jar

EcoJourneys: Life of a Glass Jar — page 1 — 4 The Life of a Glass Jar Glass jars are useful containers They are often used to hold food You have probably seen jars of jam at the store

EcoJourneys: Life of a Glass Jar — page 2 — When glass jars are empty they can be washed and used again Jars can be reused in this way for a long time Do you know what happens to a glass jar when you’re done using it 5

EcoJourneys: Life of a Glass Jar — page 3 — 6 What Is Glass Glass jars have lids to keep things inside The lids are often made of metal Glass is hard and smooth It is often clear and shiny

EcoJourneys: Life of a Glass Jar — page 4 — Glass is made from sand The sand is heated until it melts Then it can be shaped into different objects such as jars Making new glass takes a lot of energy Reusing old glass jars instead of buying new ones helps save energy 7

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