Properties of MaterialsBy Aylin

Waterproof is something that doesn’t let the water go inside.

For example: rubber, metal, glass, plastic. Things that are not waterproof: paper, fabric,

wood.

Waterproof

Transparent is something that shows what’s inside and behind it.

For example: glass, water. Things that are not transparent: metal,

rubber, plastic, wood, paper.

Transparent

Flexible is something that can get bigger without breaking and get back to its original position with a force.

For example: rubber, plastic, fabric. Things that are not flexible: metal, wood,

paper, glass.

Flexible

Strong is something that cannot break when a force is applied.

For example: metal, wood, rock. Things that are not strong: paper, glass,

plastic

Strong