Textile Dimensional Change Quiz

What is dimensional change in textiles commonly referred to as?

• Color fading

• Dimensional stability

• Texture alteration

• Weight variation

Which type of shrinkage occurs due to the relief of tension imposed during the production process?

• Progressive shrinkage

• Relaxation shrinkage

• Elastic shrinkage

• Permanent shrinkage

During which cycle does relaxation shrinkage mostly occur?

• After several washes

• During the first care cycle

• During the dyeing process

• After long-term use

What happens to warp yarns in comparison to filling yarns during production in terms of tension?

• Warp yarns are under less tension

• Warp yarns are under the same tension

• Warp yarns are under greater tension

• Warp yarns are not affected by tension

Which fabric is mentioned as often having great relaxation shrinkage?

• Silk fabrics

• Wool fabrics

• Cotton fabrics

• Polyester fabrics

What is progressive shrinkage?

Why is it difficult to assess progressive shrinkage?

What is the usual cause of progressive shrinkage in textiles?

• Chemical reactions within the fabric

• Fiber movement within the textile structure

• Exposure to high temperatures

• Use of strong detergents

What happens to a textile when it is agitated while immersed in water?

• It becomes colorfast

• It undergoes progressive shrinkage

• It increases in length

• It becomes more transparent

What is felting caused by?

• The interlocking of cotton fibers

• The interlocking of synthetic fibers

• The interlocking of hair (wool) fibers

• The interlocking of silk fibers