Boiling Flasks: The Historical Glassware of Laboratories

Boiling flasks, also known as Florence flasks, are spherical glass pieces with one or more cylindrical necks. Used since ancient civilizations, these flasks are ideal for distillation processes. Their wide base allows for easy mixing by swirling, while the long neck helps control the pouring of contents. Gaining popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, these glass pieces eventually evolved into versions with ground glass joints, securing their place in the scientific world.