composite
![Composites are formed by combining materials together to form an overall structure with properties that differ from that of the individual components.](../../images20/composite_material.jpg)
Composites are formed by combining materials together to form an overall structure with properties that differ from that of the individual components.
A composite is a material, such as concrete, fiberglass, or plywood, made by combining two or more other materials. A composite usually has qualities, such as increased strength or lower density, which are superior to those of its components.