Bubble wrap is a pliable, transparent material which is commonly used for packing fragile items.

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Bubble Wrap
Bubble wrap is a pliable, transparent material
which is commonly used for packing fragile
items. It is made up of lots of plastic bubbles
filled with air which act as a shock absorber. It
is also known as a stress reliever as popping the
bubbles can have a relaxing effect.
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Cotton Wool
Cotton wool is made of silky fibres taken from a
cotton plant. The seeds are removed and the
cotton is then bleached and sterilised. It has
medical uses as well as cosmetic uses, as it a
good at absorbing liquid.
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Clingfilm
Clingfilm is a very thin piece of plastic, most
commonly used for wrapping food to keep it fresh.
As it made out of plastic it is waterproof and it
does not conduct heat or electricity.
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Tin foil
Tin foil is made of the metal aluminium, which
makes it a good conductor of heat and
electricity. The metal is made into very thin
sheets which are pliable, yet easily damaged. Tin
foil is often used for packaging food.
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Rubber
Natural rubber was made from a milky liquid found
in the sap of some plants. Nowadays, rubber can
be made synthetically (not naturally). Rubber is
a flexible, waterproof material that is a good
insulator.
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Paper
The most common use for paper is writing,
printing or packaging. It is made by pressing
together moist fibres of wood. It is a flexible
material which does not conduct heat or
elecricity, nor is it waterproof.
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Is your material transparent?
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Does it have air pockets?
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Is it made out of metal?
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Is it easy to write on?
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Is it soft?
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