B: MATERIAL PROPERTIES AND PURPOSES

Why is a chair made of metal better than a cardboard chair?

• It's more flexible

• It's stronger

• It's taller

What is the best material for absorbing a spill?

• A piece of foil

• A piece of cardboard

• A paper towel

Why is a chair made out of cake not a good idea?

• It's delicious

• It's not strong

• It is not stretchy

Which property helps each material serve its purpose?

(Organize these options into the right categories)

Groups:

(a) Strength

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(b) Absorbency

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(c) Stretchiness

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Which property helps each material serve its purpose?

Hint: there can be more than one correct answer!

• Strength

• Absorbency

• Stretchiness