Activity 1 : Plastics Activity
Use the following site links to help you complete the table

Internet site link I
Internet site link II
Internet site link III
Download the table (.pdf)

Activity 2
Go to the site: Internet site link

Complete the matching exercise on properties, copy then paste into a word or other document. Print out to bring to the next lesson.

Activity 3
Go to the site: Internet site link

Use the data base on this site to select suitable materials for each of the following objects, give detailed reasons for your choice.

1. The sole of a shoe
2. A necklace
3. Skis
4. Packaging for a fertilizer
5. Filament for a lamp

Activity 4

Use internet to find out what a composite material is and why they are so useful. Give examples in your explanation. You should write a report on your findings. A minimum of 200 words. (Your own) You can also use pictures.
Remember to write down your sources

Activity 5

Test Yourself : Choosing materials (.pdf)