EMIRATES PRIVATE Science department

SCHOOL
British section
Abu Dhabi

Get your Science book ready

page 90 – 91 - 92

By: Mrs. Amira Shahin

What are the properties of
some common materials
and their usage ?
Properties of Wood:-
• Opaque.
• Smooth.
• Hard.
• Strong.
• Waterproof.

Properties of Metal:-
• Opaque.
• Smooth.
• Hard.
• Strong.
• Waterproof.
• Shiny.
Properties of Plastic:-
• Opaque.
• Smooth.
• Hard.
• Strong.
• Light.
• Waterproof.

Properties of Glass:-
• Transparent.
• Smooth.
• Hard.
• Weak. (Can break easily)
• Waterproof.
Properties of Rubber:-
• Opaque.
• Smooth.
• Flexible// Bendy
• Bouncy // Stretchy.
• Waterproof.

Properties of Fabric :-
• Opaque.
• Flexible.
• Soft.
• Absorbent.
We should choose materials with right
properties for how they will be used.

Wood Tables, chairs…..

Rubber Tables, chairs…..

Thank you for listening