Physics and Chemistry · 5th Year · Properties of Materials · 1.º Período
Materials in Design
Students investigate why specific materials are chosen for everyday objects based on their properties. They evaluate strength, flexibility, and transparency.
NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSESE Science: Materials - Properties and characteristics of materialsDesigning and Making: Exploring
About This Topic
Students investigate why specific materials are chosen for everyday objects based on their properties. They evaluate strength, flexibility, and transparency.
Key Questions
- Why are windows made of glass?
- What makes a material good for building a bridge?
- How do we test the strength of a material?
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