No, a glass top stove cannot be used without the glass top. The glass top serves as both a protective barrier and a heat-conducting surface for the burners. Without the glass top, the burners would be exposed, and it would be unsafe to operate the stove. Additionally, the glass top is designed to distribute heat evenly across the burners, which ensures efficient and consistent cooking. Removing the glass top would disrupt this heat distribution and could lead to uneven cooking or damage to the burners. It's important to always use a glass top stove as intended for safe and optimal performance.