This is steel.


It is a strong material

that is used in buildings, vehicles, infrastructures, art and design, machines and tools.


Steel can reflect light because it is opaque.

Plastic is a material that

is used for different

purposes. For example,

to carry things in

(bags), for protection (gloves), and more.

Glass is used to build cups, tables and more.


It can make a loud sound when you blow at it when it is wet.

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Materials Fact File

by Elias Micallef

Year 5.3