Year 8 Product Design: Materials and Properties Worksheet
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This worksheet helps you understand different materials and their properties to solve real-world design problems. Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
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Year 8 Product Design: Materials and Properties Worksheet
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Year 8 Product Design: Materials and Properties Worksheet
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Explain the difference between a flexible and a rigid material. Give one example of each and describe a situation where each would be useful.
[4 marks]2.
A designer needs to create a lightweight, durable backpack for students. Which material properties should they prioritise? Name two suitable materials and justify your choices.
[4 marks]3.
Describe the properties of a material that would make it ideal for a kitchen utensil that needs to withstand high temperatures. Name one suitable material.
[3 marks]4.
Imagine you are designing a children's toy that needs to be soft and safe. Which material properties are important? List two properties and suggest a suitable material.
[4 marks]5.
Describe the main advantage of using recycled plastic for manufacturing products. How does this benefit the environment?
[3 marks]6.
[DESIGN TASK] Sketch a simple design for a storage container that is made from a material suitable for outdoor use. Indicate the choice of material and justify why it is appropriate in your sketch notes.
[6 marks]7.
What are two properties of ceramic materials that make them suitable for use in electrical insulators?
[3 marks]8.
Draw a cross-section of a simple chair leg made from a material that is strong and lightweight. Label the material you would choose and explain your choice.
[6 marks]9.
A company plans to produce eco-friendly packaging. What material properties should they look for? Name one suitable material and explain why.
[3 marks]10.
Identify a material that is both waterproof and flexible. Describe a product that could be made from this material and explain why these properties are important.
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- 1/2/2026
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