Elasticity- The ability of a material to bend and then return to it's original shape and size.
Conductivity- The ability of a material to conduct heat or electrical energy.
Strength- The ability of a material to withstand a force without breaking or bending.
Plasticity- The ability of a material to permanently change in shape.
Malleability- The ability of a material to permanently deform in all directions without cracking.
Ductility- The ability of a material to deform, usually by stretching along it's length.
Hardness- The ability of a material to resist wear, scratching and indentation.
Toughness- The ability of a material to withstand blows or sudden shock without breaking.
Durability- The ability of a material to withstand wear, especially as a result of weathering.
Fusibility- The ability of a material to change into a liquid or molten state when heated to it's melting point.
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