9.0 FIbers & Fabrics Flashcards
Which is a natural fiber?
Linen
Which fiber stretches & is replacing rubber in MOST clothing uses?
Spandex
Which is the FIRST manmade fiber?
Rayon
Which natural fiber is frequently damaged by moths?
Wool
Which are animal fibers?
Silk & wool
Which is a charactertistic of wool?
Provides warmth
Which are natural fibers?
Cotton, flax, & wool
Which are manmade fibers?
Nylon & rayon
Which is a manmade fiber?
Polyester
Which is a natural fiber?
Cotton
Which is a filament fiber?
Silk
What is the name for different fibers that have been combined into one yarn?
Blends
Which fabric is nonwoven?
Felt
Which fabric is shiny & smooth?
Satin
Which is a knitted fabric?
Spandex
Which is a twill weave?
Denim
Which is the simplest of all weaves?
Plain
What soft fabric made from cotton, wool, or rayon is typically used for shirts, dresses, nightwear, and sheets?
Flannel
Which describes knitted fabric?
Yarns looped together
Which is a twill fabric?
Denim
What quality do knit fabrics have that woven fabrics usually do not have?
Stretch more
