Combining Materials

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What is cardboard?

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A lightweight and sturdy material often used for shipping.

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Why is cardboard a good choice for shipping?

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Because it is lightweight and sturdy enough to protect items during transport.

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What is wood?

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A strong material that comes from trees and can be cut or shaped.

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Why do builders choose wood for construction?

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Because it is strong and can be cut or sanded into new shapes.

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What does it mean to think about the properties of materials?

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It means considering how strong, lightweight, or suitable a material is for a specific purpose.

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Why is it important for a treehouse to be strong and sturdy?

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To ensure it can support weight and withstand weather conditions.

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What does it mean to justify your choice of materials?

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To give a good reason for why a specific material was chosen.

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What does it mean to combine materials?

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To join two or more things together to create something new.

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Can materials be combined in different ways?

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Yes, materials can be combined in various ways to achieve different properties.

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What is an example of a renewable material?

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Wood, because it can be regrown.