1.6 Textiles - man made fibres

Question 1

What is the definition of man made fibres

Answer 1

do not occur naturally, synthetic and have been developed in a lab

Question 2

What are the 3 manmade fibres

Answer 2

Nylon
Polypropylene
Polyester

Question 3

Whar are the properties of nylon

Answer 3

Doesn’t absorb water
durable
good elasticity
good tear resistance
not crease
not breathable
static electricity

Question 4

What are the properties of polypropylene

Answer 4

doesn’t absorb moisture
high durability
lightweight
not breathable

Question 5

What are the properties of polyester

Answer 5

good elasticity
good crease resistance and shape retention
durable
poor moisture absorption
quick drying
often blended

Question 6

What are the uses of nylon

Answer 6

clothing, carpets, sails, parachute canopies

Question 7

What are the uses of polypropylene

Answer 7

sport and active wear, fleece, ropes, carpets

Question 8

What are the uses of polyester

Answer 8

Outerwear e.g. jackets, trousers, shirts
bedding, curtains