Properties of Materials

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Examples of properties of materials of an object

•Water absorbent & waterproof •Ability for light to pass through •Float & sink •Conduct heat •Conduct electricity •Elastic

Waterproof

Materials that resistant to water penetration and wetting

Elasticity

The ability of the materials to return to their original shape after being pulled, pressed or stretched

Conductor

A material that is capable of transmitting energy like heat and electricity

Insulator

A material that is incapable of transmitting energy like heat and electricity

Examples of water-absorbent materials

Paper, cloth, tissue & newspaper

Examples of materials that can conduct heat

Metals materials like iron, copper, silver, aluminium and gold

Example of material that is elastic

Rubber

Importance of choosing a suitable type of materials

To ensure the proper functioning of the created objects

Properties of a material that are suitable in making a cooking pot

Materials that can conduct heat

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