Is the material of which an apparatus is made related to how it is in intended to be used. how?Cite an example

Answer 1

If a beaker was made of plastic instead of glass it would melt on heating.

Answer 2

Yes. You don't want to make a cannon out of cheap plastic if you plan on firing a large projectile. The cars from the fifty's were made of strong materials like steel, now that has been changed. We now concentrate on safety and found that if the car takes most of the force, the passengers have a better chance to survive.

Answer 3

I can't think of the name, but the apparatus used to ignite bunsen burners is made of materials that create a spark when rubbed together.