Material Properties

weak Transparent Waterproof Material properties are qualities or features of specific materials. Materials have different properties that make them useful for different jobs. Elasticity Flexible Rigid/stiff weak Transparent Opaque Absorbent Strong Waterproof

Transparent Materials that are transparent are things you can see through. They are materials where light can pass through easily. Example: We use glass to make windows because it is transparent What are some other objects that are transparent?

opaque Materials that are opaque let little or no light through. You are not able to see through these materials. Example: We use curtains from fabric because it is opaque.

elastic (elasticity) Materials that’s have the property of elasticity returns to original shape after being pressed and stretched. Example: Rubber is used to make rubber bands because it is elastic.

Weak Materials that are weak do not hold together well or are easily broken. Example: We use paper to wrap presents because it is weak. We can tear it easily.

Rigid Materials that are rigid do not bend easily and holds their original shape well. Example: We use wood to make tables because it is rigid and does not bend easily

Waterproof Materials that are waterproof do not let water through. Example: Nylon fabric is used to make tents because it is waterproof

Materials that are absorbent soak up water. Example: Towels are made out of cotton fabric because it is absorbent.

Materials that are flexible bend without breaking. Example: We use leather to make shoes because it is flexible.

Example: We use bricks to build houses because they are strong. Materials that are strong do not bend or break when force is applied to them. Example: We use bricks to build houses because they are strong.

Example: we use clay to make vases because it is easily moulded Plasticity Materials that have the property of plasticity can be easily shaped and moulded. Example: we use clay to make vases because it is easily moulded