Believe It Or Not, These Aren't Actually Design Flaws

Light Bulbs

Though lightbulbs are currently made in eco-friendly spiral shapes, they were originally blown in their bubble form for a number of important reasons. When glass blowing first came about, the easiest shape to master was the sphere. That also holds the least amount of tension, so ti was safest for the lighting purpose.

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