Why non-metallic materials are important
Pre-Technical Studies · Grade 7 · about 40 minutes
Appreciating non-metals in shelter, furniture, packaging, learning and jobs, and closing the inquiry.
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- 8 sections of explanation, worked examples and diagrams
- 1 practice task with hints and worked answers
- A quiz that marks itself as you go
- Your progress kept across every subject you take
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