What is armour?
Q: What is armour?
A: Armour is a protective covering or clothing used to prevent injury from attack.
Q: Who can wear armour?
A: A person can wear armour, as well as machines, animals, and buildings.
Q: What materials have been used to make armour?
A: Early body armour was made from leather, while later, metals such as mail or plate armour were used. Modern armour can be made from plastics like Kevlar.
Q: What is the main problem with armour?
A: The weight of the armour has always been a problem.
Q: What is Kevlar?
A: Kevlar is a type of plastic that is used to make some modern armour.
Q: How is Kevlar used to make armour?
A: Kevlar can be woven into a cloth and used in layers, making it stronger.
Q: What is plastic lamination used for?
A: Plastic lamination, or layers, is often used to protect windows against bullets, and can be found in many jewellery stores, embassies, and vehicles with bullet-proof glass.
