KS4 D&T Core Properties of Materials Part 1

Which material property refers to resistance to wear and tear?

• Durability

• Stiffness

• Elasticity

• Impact Resistance

Which material property refers to resistance to abrasions/scratches?

• Durability

• Hardness

• Water Resistance

• Absorbency

Which material property refers to resistance to bending and flexing?

• Stiffness

• Elasticity

• Compressive Strength

• Tensile Strength

Which material property refers to resistance to a pushing force?

• Compressive Strength

• Tensile Strength

• Durability

• Hardness

Which material property refers to resistance to a pulling force?

• Compressive Strength

• Tensile strength

• Durability

• Hardness

Which material property refers to the ability to stretch and return to shape?

• Elasticity

• Impact Resistance

• Hardness

• Absorbency

Which material property refers to resistance to knocks and impacts?

• Impact Resistance

• Water Resistance

• Durability

• Stiffness

Which material property refers to resistance to water or moisture?

• Absorbency

• Tensile Strength

• Water Resistance

• Compressive Strength

Which material property is NOT correctly matched with its definition?

• Compressive strength - resistance to a pushing force

• Durability - resistance to wear and tear, long-lasting

• Impact resistance - resistant to knocks and impacts

• Tensile strength - resistance to bending and flexing