Fibre Properties

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Synthetic

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(b) Protein

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(c) Mineral

,

(d) Vegetable

• Wool

• Cotton

• Angora

• Coir

• Silk

• Polyester

• Linen

• Nylon

• Asbestos

Cellulosic fibres come from

There are three main properties that determine what fibres we use. Select which of the following are the properties.

• physical structure

• molecular arrangement

• atomic matrix

• chemical composition

Synthetic fibres do not absorb moisture. This means they are (a)  

• hydrophobic
• hydrophillic
• oleophilic

The most important fibre is (a)   . It can be ​ (b)   or combed. 

• cotton
• carded
• worsted
• wool
• poylester
• brushed

The most ancient fibre is ​ (a)   . It comes from the bast or stem of the ​ (b)   plant. Linen is predominantly harvested by ​ (c)   . Clothing made from linen is often worn in ​ (d)   climates.​ ​

• linen
• flax
• hand
• tropical
• cool
• nylon
• cotton

Wool is known for its thermal properties. Select the factor that give it this property.

• its crimp

• its length

• its thickness

Wool is carded then graded into different levels of fineness. The carding process allows all the staple fibres to be straightened and lined up into roving.

• True

• False

Wool has interesting properties when it comes to water. Select all the correct statements below.

• Wool gets wet very easily which is why it makes you sweat.

• Because it likes water wool is the strongest fibre.

• Wool absorbs moisture. It can even almost double its weight absorbing moisture and not feel dry to the touch. 

• The surface of wool repels water while the inner core of wool retains moisture. 

• The inner moisture of wool is what gives it its flame retardant properties.

What type of fibre is silk? (select all that apply)

• filament

• protein

• very fragile

• staple

• manufactured