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What are the properties of maple wood?

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Durable, strong, resistant to decay

Commonly used in furniture making and flooring.

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What are the key characteristics of oak wood?

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Hard, close grain, dense, strong, water resistance

Ideal for boat building and high-quality furniture.

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What are the properties of pine wood?

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Resists shrinking and swelling, lightweight, good elasticity

Often used in interior moulding and construction framing.

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List the uses of spruce wood.

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  • Boat building
  • Furniture making
  • Flooring

Spruce is known for its elastic properties and lightweight nature.

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What are the properties of cotton?

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Soft, cool, breathable, absorbent

Commonly used for coffee filters and bookbinding.

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What are the properties and uses of silk?

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Absorbency, elasticity, thermal regulation, shiny, breathability
* Bedding
* Parachutes

Valued for its luxurious feel and properties.

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What are the properties of wool?

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Fire resistance, flexible, biodegradable

Used for upholstery and insulation.

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What are the key properties of copper?

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Electric and heat conductive, corrosion resistance, malleable

Commonly found in door knobs and musical instruments.

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What are the properties of gold?

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Malleable, good conductor of heat and electricity

Primarily used in jewellery and Olympic medals.

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What are the properties of tin?

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Highly magnetic, high resistance to corrosion, malleable

Used in tin cans and containers for paints.

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What are the properties of silver?

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Quite reactive, highest conductivity, soft, malleable

Often used for high-quality jewellery finishes.

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What are the properties of acrylic?

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Strong except when wet, thermoforming, poor absorbency, good insulator

Commonly used in knitwear and upholstery.

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What are the properties of cellophane?

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Transparent, tough, heat resistance

Frequently used in food packaging and wrapping.

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What is the main application of epoxy resin?

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High tensile, corrosion resistance, heat resistant
* Coasters
* Keychains

Known for its durability in various products.

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What are the properties of Kevlar?

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High strength, lightweight, resistant to corrosion

Used in bulletproof vests and car brakes.

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What are the properties of polyamide (nylon)?

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Strong and hard wearing, melts as it burns, good elasticity, resistant to chemicals

Commonly found in clothing, rugs, and seatbelts.

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What are the properties of polypropylene?

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Thermoforming, low melting point, durable, non-absorbent

Used in fishing nets and medical products.

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What are the properties of PVC?

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Chemical resistance, durability, lightweight, insulator

Commonly used in pipes, flooring, and roofing systems.

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What are the properties of blockboard?

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Insulation, cheap, durable, lightweight

Frequently used for bookshelves and doors.

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What are the uses of cellulose-based boards?

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Weathering properties, high impact resistance
* Boxes
* Cartons
* Bags

Ideal for packaging and storage.

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What are the properties of chipboard?

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Cheap, strong, dense, economical

Commonly used in kitchen worktops and flatpack furniture.

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What are the main properties of MDF?

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Dense, flat, stiff, durable

Used for furniture, cabinets, and flooring.

23
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What are the properties of paper?

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Flexible, absorbent, strong

Commonly used for books, writing paper, and packaging.

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What are the properties of aluminium alloy?

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Corrosion resistance, reflectivity, thermal conductivity

Used in radiators and shutters.

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What are the properties of brass?

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Highly malleable, conductive, corrosion resistance

Commonly found in plumbing and musical instruments.

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What are the properties of pewter?

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Resists tarnish, soft and malleable

Often used for candlesticks and spoons.

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What are the properties of bronze?

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High melting point, high ductility, high electrical and thermal conductivity

Used in coins and furniture trim.

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What are the properties of carbon fibre?

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Low density, the fibres are strong and light

Commonly used in aircraft and sailboat masts.

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What are the properties of GRP?

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High strength to weight ratio, lightweight, durable, non-conductive

Commonly used in water pipes and drain coverage.

30
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What are the properties of low carbon steel?

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Poor corrosion resistance, ductile, malleable

Used in pipes and construction components.

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What are the properties of medium carbon steel?

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Stronger, less ductile and less malleable, good corrosion resistance

Commonly used in railway tracks and gears.

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What are the properties of bonded materials?

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Breathable, waterproof membranes

Used in products like Gore-tex and permatex.

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What are the properties of laminated materials?

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Strength, stability, sound insulation

Commonly used in plywood and automotive applications.

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What are the properties of new SMART materials?

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Properties that change reversibly depending on changes in surroundings

Examples include shape memory alloys and thermochromic materials.

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What are the properties of foams?

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Low density, flexible

Commonly used in upholstery.

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What are the properties of rubbers?

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Heat resistant, abrasion resistant, biodegradable (if natural rubber)

Commonly found in tires and hoses.

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What are the properties of wood-based composites?

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Durable, specific strength & stiffness

Used in support structures in buildings and furniture.

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What are the properties of metallised components?

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Abrasion resistant, lightweight, prevents oxidation

Commonly used in mirrors and some packaging.

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