Properties of materials are the characteristics used to describe and identify different materials. These include features such as color, hardness, flexibility, and conductivity. Materials can be compared based on these properties. Each material has its own set of characteristics.

Properties of materials are observed in both natural and manufactured materials around the world. People use these properties to choose materials for specific uses. Materials in buildings, tools, and clothing are selected based on their properties. These characteristics help describe how materials appear and behave.