Properties of Materials

A measure of how much a material can resist being scratched or bent.

The property of a material that allows it to return to its original size and shape after a force has stretched, squeezed, or twisted it.

How well a material allows heat energy to pass through it.

How well a material allows an electric current (electricity) to flow through it.

They are difficult to scratch and do not change shape easily when you push on them.

They are flexible and can be stretched or squished, but they will snap or bounce back to their original shape when you let go.

They do not return to their original shape after a force has changed them.

They are easy to scratch, dent, or cut.

Which one is the hardest?

Rubber bands and springs are elastic materials.