`1.6 Textiles - natural fibres

Question 1

What are natural fibres

Answer 1

either plant based or animal fibre
can be recycled
will biodegrade
naturally reoccur

Question 2

What are the 3 natural fibres

Answer 2

Cotton
Linen
Wool

Question 3

What are the properties of cotton

Answer 3

good absorption, breathable, low elasticity
non-allergenic
tendency to crease
no static cling
hold up to 27 times weight in water

Question 4

What are the properties of linen

Answer 4

good absorbency
20 times its own weight
breathable , high durability, lightweight

Question 5

What are the 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

What are the uses of cotton

Answer 6

clothing both coloured/non coloured
denim jeans
bedding
socks
towels

Question 7

What are the uses of linen

Answer 7

bedding, suits,dresses,shorts, shirts, bags

cushion covers and tableware

Question 8

What are the uses of wool

Answer 8

rugs, curtains, carpets

clothing, sport and active wear