Everything around us is made of materials. Materials have different properties, which are like special characteristics that describe them. Some materials are strong, like metal, while others are flexible, like rubber. Some are hard, like a rock, and some are soft, like cotton. Understanding these properties helps us choose the right material for different jobs!
Match the words with their definitions:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Hardness | A. How easily something bends. |
| 2. Flexibility | B. Ability to be stretched without breaking. |
| 3. Strength | C. How resistant a material is to being scratched. |
| 4. Texture | D. The feel of a surface (rough, smooth, bumpy). |
| 5. Elasticity | E. Ability to withstand force without breaking. |
Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the box: strong, soft, bend, properties, materials
All the things around us are made of ___________. These things have different ___________. For example, metal is often very ___________ and cotton is often very ___________. Some materials can __________ easily, like a piece of wire.
If you were building a house for a toy car, what kind of materials would you use and why?
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