materials

Presents an introduction to materials, explaining what they are, looking at the characteristics of different materials, and discussing where they come from, how they are made, and how they are used. Includes related science experiments and demonstrations.

Photographs, diagrams, and text explain the structure and materials of man-made and natural objects in the everyday world.

Examines how atoms and materials effect one's life, discussing nuclear energy, plasma television, snow and ice, plastics, concrete and steel, and other related topics.

Presents an introduction to the different types of materials toys are made of, including wood, plastic, cloth, clay, paper, rubber, glass, and more, explaining how they feel and how they are made.

An introduction to various types of materials and their different properties. Experiments included to show how it works.

Describes different kinds of materials including metals, oil, plastics, ceramics, and paper, their composition and uses, how they are produced, and how they interact.

Explores what materials are and why they behave the way they do. Includes activities that explain the scientific facts behind sliced apples turning brown and rubber bouncing.

Presents the main scientific properties of materials and how they are determined, as well as how substances can be manipulated or modified to produce a wide array of materials with an equally wide array of applications.

An encyclopedia of science and technology that surveys both natural materials and artficial ones, and examines the ways they are used in manufacturing.

Photographs introduce a variety of textures such as wet (a glass of orange juice), ridged (corduroy), and scaly (reptile skin).