Fibres

Question 0

What are the properties and end uses of wool?

Answer 0

Breathable, soft, good drape, crease resistance, good insulator, durable
Blankets, suits, felt, jumpers

Question 1

What is Kevlar?

Answer 1

Bulletproof

Question 2

What are the properties and end uses of linen?

Answer 2

Strong, durable, smooth, good drape, absorbent, creates easily
Linen, tablecloths, skirts, shirts, suits

Question 3

What are the properties and end uses of Ramine?

Answer 3

Strong, holds shape, absorbent, easy dye

Kitchen and table cloths, belts and ribbon

Question 4

What are the properties and end uses of cotton?

Answer 4

Absorbent, breathable, drapes well, strong, durable, creases easily
Shirts, underwear, trousers and jeans, curtains and towels

Question 5

What are the properties and end uses of silk?

Answer 5

Smooth, soft handle, good drape, elastic,

Evening wear, underwear

Question 6

What is a regenerated fibre?

Answer 6

Natural and chemical eg woodpulp

Question 7

What are the properties and end uses of modal?

Answer 7

Absorbs more than cotton, breathable, soft handle, drapes well,
Socks, jumpers, nightwear, sports and active wear, soft denim

Question 8

What are the properties and end uses of acetate?

Answer 8

Low absorbency, breathable, soft, good drape, low warmth, inexpensive
Silk type fabrics, micro fibre performance fabrics

Question 9

What are the properties and end uses of viscose?

Answer 9

Absorbent, non static, breathable, low warmth, lower strength than cotton
Curtains, lining, dresses, lingerie

Question 10

What are synthetic fibres made from?

Answer 10

Chemicals

Question 11

What’s the trade name for polyamide?

Answer 11

Nylon

Question 12

What are the properties and end uses of nylon?

Answer 12

Inexpensive, non absorbent, prone to static, strong, durable, easy care, soft, good drape, thermoplastic
Carpets, curtains, nightwear, tents, active wear, fleece

Question 13

Polyester properties and end uses?

Answer 13

Cheap, non absorbent, cool, strong, durable, hudrophobic, easy care, light weight, good drape, soft, elasticity is good, good heat retention
Furnishings, carpets, lining, school wear, sewing threads, upholstery

Question 14

What are the trade names for elastase?

Answer 14

Spandex and Lycra

Question 15

Properties and end uses of elastane?

Answer 15

Stretchy, lightweight, good stretch retention, durable

Sports wear and clothes

Question 16

Acrylic properties and end uses?

Answer 16

Fast drying, soft wool like handle, good drape, creases easily,
Blankets, curtains, fur and fleece

Question 17

Trevor’s properties and end uses?

Answer 17

Low pill, anti bacterial finishes

Hygiene, medical textiles, bedding, work wear

Question 18

Tactel properties and end uses?

Answer 18

Strength, lightweight, easy care, breathable

Socks and underwear

Question 19

PVC?

Answer 19

Poly vinyl chloride

Question 20

end uses of PVC?

Answer 20

Thermal insulation, underwear and sports wear, leather imitation,

Question 21

Microfibres use?

Answer 21

Wind and water repellant,

Trousers and tie, silk like garments, evening wear, rain wear

Question 22

What is micro-encapsulation?

Answer 22

Where tiny particles are trapped between the fibres, when try are crushed they release the scent, mosquito repellant, or anti-bacterial

Question 23

What is thermochromatic?

Answer 23

The colour changes with heat, could be used on baby grows to monitor the baby’s temperature

Question 24

What is smart textiles?

Answer 24

A fabric that adapts to its environment