Textile Terminology Quiz

Front

What is the term for the ability of a fabric to take in moisture?

Back

Absorbency

Front

Which term describes the direction of the yarn in a fabric?

Back

Grain

Front

Synthetic fibers are sometimes made from what non-renewable resource?

Back

Fossil fuels

Front

What is "hand" in the context of textiles?

Back

The way a fabric feels when touched

Front

A fiber derived from a plant-based source like cotton or linen is known as:

Back

Cellulosic fiber

Front

Which of the following describes "greige goods"?

Back

Unfinished fabric directly from a loom or knitting machine

Front

The ability of a fabric to resist fading when exposed to washing or sunlight is called:

Back

Colorfast

Front

In a woven fabric, what are the yarns running lengthwise and parallel to the selvage called?

Back

Warp

Front

What does the term "biodegradable" mean?

Back

The ability of a material to break down through interaction with bacteria and fungi

Front

Pilling is the result of:

Back

Tangled balls of fiber appearing on the surface from friction or wear