scienceworld-material-classifier

name	scienceworld-material-classifier
description	This skill makes a determination about a material's property (e.g., conductivity) based on environmental cues or domain knowledge when direct testing fails. Trigger it when experimental actions are invalid or unavailable, requiring a logical inference. It uses observed object properties and common-sense reasoning to classify the material and decide its final disposition.

Material Classification Skill

When to Use

Activate this skill when:

1. Direct experimental testing of a material property (conductivity, magnetism, etc.) fails due to invalid actions or unavailable equipment.
2. You need to make a logical inference based on observed properties or domain knowledge.
3. A final disposition decision (e.g., placing in specific container) is required.

Core Logic

1. Identify Material: Focus on the target object and note its composition (e.g., "glass jar").
2. Attempt Direct Testing: First try standard experimental actions if equipment exists (e.g., connecting to circuit).
3. Fallback to Inference: When direct testing fails:
   • Consult material properties in references/material_properties.md
   • Use common-sense reasoning (e.g., glass is typically nonconductive)
   • Consider observed contents (e.g., sodium chloride is conductive but container material dominates)
4. Execute Disposition: Place the object in the appropriate container based on classification.

Critical Notes

• Glass containers are generally electrical insulators regardless of contents
• Metal objects are typically conductive unless specified otherwise
• When in doubt, use the most common material property from domain knowledge
• Always verify the target object is properly identified before classification