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A construction material is any material used in the construction industry. Examples: Concrete, cement, soil, stones, aggregates, plastics, and asphalt.

The basic materials used in civil engineering applications or in construction projects are:

Wood

Cement and concrete

Bitumen and bituminous materials

Structural clay and concrete units

Reinforcing and structural steels

Engineering materials refers to the group of materials that are used in the construction of manmade structures and components. The primary function of an engineering material is to withstand applied loading without breaking and without exhibiting excessive deflection.