Studied by 8 peopleStrength
The ability to withstand forces without breaking
Hardness
The ability to withstand scratching, abrasion or denting
Toughness
To be hard to break or snap, instead changing shape
Elasticity
The ability to stretch and bend and return to their original shape
Malleability
The ability to be bend and shaped without breaking
Ductility
To be able to be drawn out into a wire
Electrical conductivity
The ability for electrcity to travel through them easily
Thermal conductivity
The ability for heat to travel through them easily
Fusibility
Materials that have a low melting point so a small amount of heating is required for them to be turned into a liquid
Density
Mass per unit volume
Absorbency
Ability to soak up moisture
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