metals are malleable
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Malleable wax is a pliable material that can be shaped and molded before hardening. Unbaked clay is clay that has not been fired in a kiln, so it remains soft and can be reworked. Baked clay has been fired in a kiln, making it hard and durable. Metal can be shaped and molded when heated, but once cooled and hardened, it retains its shape.
Clay is actually a description of sediment of a specific particle size. As such clay is not necessarily a rock. However when compacted and cemented clay forms claystone which is a sedimentary rock.
It depends on the moisture content. It can be hard, chalky and crumbly. It can be heavy and slightly slimy and very malleable if wet.
Yes, baked clay, also known as terracotta, is durable and long-lasting. Once it's fired in a kiln, it becomes hard and sturdy, making it suitable for various uses such as pottery, roofing tiles, and architectural ornaments. Its durability can be enhanced further depending on the specific clay composition and firing technique used.
Fimo is a brand of polymer clay known for its durability, flexibility, and vibrant colors. It can be molded, baked, and sanded to create various intricate designs. Once baked, Fimo hardens to a durable finish that is suitable for jewelry, sculptures, and other crafts.
Pencil "lead" is not really lead, the metal - Pb. Pencils are made with graphite which is a mineral, an insulator.