Which material is best for different objects?

In this lesson, we will be learning about materials and their properties. We will also learn why certain materials are used for specific purposes because of their properties.

Which material is best for different objects?

In this lesson, we will be learning about materials and their properties. We will also learn why certain materials are used for specific purposes because of their properties.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Choosing the best material based on properties for different uses

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3 Questions

Q1.
Absorbent materials do not soak up liquid easily. True or false?
Correct answer: False
True
Q2.
Which of these materials do you think is the most absorbent?
Correct answer: Cloth
Paper
Q3.
Which word describes something that keeps water out?
Absorbent
Shiny
Correct answer: Waterproof

4 Questions

Q1.
Absorbent materials do not soak up liquid easily. True or false?
Correct answer: False
True
Q2.
Which of these materials do you think is the hardest?
Correct answer: Metal
Paper
Wax
Q3.
Which word describes something that keeps water out?
Absorbent
Shiny
Correct answer: Waterproof
Q4.
Which material can be shiny?
Correct answer: Metal
Paper
Wood

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UnitScience / Materials

Science