Types of materials
Wood | Wood is a natural material which comes from trees and is used to make objects like furniture.
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Paper | Paper is made from: wood, water and chemicals. It is used to make books and magazines.
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Metal | Metal is a strong material which is usually magnetic and able to conduct electricity. It is used to make objects like: drink cans, knives and cars.
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Glass | Glass is made by heating sand and chemicals together. It is usually transparent and is used to make bottles and windows.
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Plastic | Plastic is a man-made material used to make many things like toys and waterproof clothes.
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Wool | Wool comes from sheep and is used to make clothes.
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Clay | Clay is taken from the ground and goes very hard when heated in a kiln or oven. It is used to make bricks.
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