Guide Note: Glue is an often liquid adhesive material that is used to bond together two surfaces. Glue types vary in strength and surface compatibility so when choosing a glue be careful to choose one that is effective with the surfaces you wish to bind.
Fast Facts:
- History: Originally gum and plant resins
- History: Sumarians were first to use it
- History: Used over 6000 years ago
- Safety: Common white glue is non-toxic
- Binding action: Common glues bind via diffusion as moisture evaporates
- Binding action: Some glues adhere via chemical bonds
- Ingredients: Mineral, plant, animal, or synthetic materials