Ch. 4 Fiber Evidence Test

Front

A continuous strand of fibers that have been spun together is called:

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Yarn

Front

A type of carbohydrate that makes up plant fibers is called:

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Cellulose

Front

The smallest indivisible unit of a textile is called a:

Back

Fiber

Front

This fiber is made from caterpillar cocoon:

Back

Silk

Front

This fiber is the most common plant fiber:

Back

Cotton

Front

This fiber has extreme elastic properties:

Back

Spandex

Front

This first man-made fiber is also the most common synthetic fiber:

Back

Rayon

Front

This fiber is a good alternative to rayon because it is less polluting: Acrylic, Nylon, Polyester, Spandex

Back

Acetate

Front

This lightweight but warm fabric is also soft and resilient:

Back

Polyester

Front

These fibers are totally man-made from petroleum plastics:

Back

Synthetic polymer fibers