Which materials are categorized as hybrid materials that help reduce wood consumption?

Hybrid materials are those that combine different components or properties to achieve desirable performance characteristics while addressing environmental concerns, such as reducing wood consumption. The correct choice, which includes Masonite and particle board, fits this definition well.

Masonite and particle board are manufactured using wood fibers and particles, which are often derived from recycled wood or leftovers from other wood processing, rather than whole pieces of timber. This process not only utilizes materials that might otherwise go to waste, but it also reduces the demand for new lumber, thereby conserving forest resources. These engineered wood products provide structural integrity and versatility for various interior design applications, all while significantly cutting down on the amount of solid wood needed.

Masonite, for example, is created by compressing wood fibers into a dense board through heat and pressure, making it a highly efficient use of wood resources. Particle board is similarly made from wood chips and sawdust bonded together with adhesive, resulting in a practical and often less expensive alternative to solid wood products.

On the other hand, the other materials listed—aluminum, steel, plywood, chipboard, sandstone, and marble—do not have the same properties or environmental benefits as hybrid materials aimed specifically at reducing wood consumption. For example, while aluminum and steel