Practice Comparative Property Table - 1.5 | Unit 5: Materials & Manufacturing Processes | IB Grade 8 Product Design
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Comparative Property Table

1.5 - Comparative Property Table

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Question 1 Easy

What is the density of ABS plastic?

💡 Hint: Think about how light or heavy the material feels relative to its size.

Question 2 Easy

Name one property of plywood.

💡 Hint: Consider how strong it feels when used in furniture.

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Question 1

What material has high tensile strength but is prone to rust?

ABS plastic
Stainless steel
Carbon composite

💡 Hint: Consider the properties of metals.

Question 2

True or False: ABS plastic is less recyclable than carbon composites.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the environmental impact of different materials.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are tasked with designing a helmet for a sports team. Discuss which materials from the comparative table would be best for combining safety and lightweight properties.

💡 Hint: Consider both impact resistance and comfort for the user.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how thermal conductivity would influence your choice of materials for a cooking utensil.

💡 Hint: Think about materials typically used in cooking pans.

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