What are Building Materials?
Learning Objective
I can describe different materials that can be used to build things.
Key Concepts
Man-made structures are built by humans for a purpose, while natural structures appear and develop on their own.
Humans use materials like metal, stone, and sand to build structures, while nature uses materials like rocks, soil, and minerals.
Man-made structures may need repairs or be replaced, but natural structures can last for millions of years, though they change slowly over time due to erosion.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Name three materials that humans use to build things.
2. Which of the following materials is formed by living creatures?
3. Imagine you want to build a very tall tower. Which material do you think would be best to use and why?
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