1.6 Textiles

Question 1

natural fibres definition

Answer 1

either plant based such as cotton or animal fibre such as wool. natural fibres can be recycled, will biodegrade and naturally reoccur

Question 2

types of natural fibres (3)

Answer 2

-cotton
-linen
-wool

Question 3

properties of cotten

Answer 3

good absorption
breathable
low elasticity
non-allergenic
can crease
holds up to 27x its weight in water

Question 4

properties of linen

Answer 4

good absorbency
can hold 20x its weight in water
breathable
lightweight
high durability

Question 5

properties of wool

Answer 5

good thermal insulator
high breathability
good resistance to creasing
good absorption
some elasticity
good flame resistance
low durability

Question 6

uses of cotton

Answer 6

coloured and non coloured clothing, towels etc

Question 7

uses of linen

Answer 7

clothing, home wear etc

Question 8

uses of wool

Answer 8

clothing, sport and active wear, rugs etc

Question 9

definition of man made fibres

Answer 9

do not occur naturally, are synthetic and have been developed in a lab. many are made from polymers.

Question 10

types of man made fibres (3)

Answer 10

-nylon
-polypropylene
-polyester