Material Properties and Purpose · Chemical Science

Testing Toughness

Investigating the strength, durability, and flexibility of various materials through rigorous testing.

Key Questions

  1. 1What causes a material to be the best choice for a specific job?
  2. 2How do we know when a material has reached its breaking point?
  3. 3What would happen if we built a bridge out of unexpected materials?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S4U03AC9S4I01
Year: Year 4
Subject: Science
Unit: Material Properties and Purpose
Period: Chemical Science

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