Material Properties and Purposes

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What does absorbent mean?

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Able to soak up liquid.

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Why is it important for a material to be absorbent?

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To clean up spills and hold liquids.

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What is a property of materials?

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A characteristic that describes how a material behaves.

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What does it mean if a material is strong?

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It can hold weight without breaking.

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Why is metal often used for making chairs?

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Because it is strong and durable.

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What does stretchy mean?

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Able to be pulled and return to its original shape.

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Why do we test materials?

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To find out their properties, like absorbency.

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What is an example of a non-absorbent material?

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Foil.

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What is an example of a strong material?

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Metal.

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What is an example of a stretchy material?

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Bungee cord.