Why is glass considered a super cooled liquid?

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Why is glass considered a super cooled liquid?

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Similar to liquids, glass has a tendency to flow, though very slowly. Therefore, glass is considered as a super cooled liquid. This is the reason that glass windows and doors are slightly thicker at the bottom than at the top. 

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