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- "Aluminum - Statistics and Information" - USGS Minerals Information
Briefly reviews the many uses of aluminum (in addition to the manufacturing of beverage containers). Contains links to further information. - "Iron and Steel Statistics and Information" USGS Minerals Information
Briefly reviews the many uses of steel (in addition to the manufacturing of beverage containers). Contains links to further information. - "Frequently Asked Questions" - Glass Packaging Institute
List answers questions about topics relating to glass manufacturing in the U.S., such as how large the industry is, what materials are typically used, and recycling processes.
- "Soda Bottle History" - Bill Lindsey, Bureau of Land Management (retired) - Klamath Falls, Oregon
Reviews the evolution of the soda bottle.