Fibres And Fabrics Flashcards

1
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Define absorbency

A

The ability of a fibre to absorb moisture

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2
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Define crease resistance

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The ability of a fibre to recover after being wrinkled

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3
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Fabric specification

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A list of requirements used by designers to ensure the correct fabric is used

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4
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Water resistance

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The ability to resist water droplets for a period of time

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5
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Waterproof

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The ability to resist water droplets indefinitely

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6
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Blending

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The mixing of fibres to improve the function of a material

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7
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Drupe

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The way a material caves under its weight

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8
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Technical textiles

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Textiles manufactured for their performance not aesthetic value

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9
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Sustainable

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The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level

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10
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Filament fibre

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A long, smooth fibre

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11
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Handle

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The level of comfort against the skin

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12
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Regenerated fibres

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Fibres derived from natural sources, using chemical processes

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13
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Staple fibre

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A short wavy fibre

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14
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Disposable

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Products intended for one time use

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15
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Recyclable

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A material suitable to be processed and re made into another product

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16
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Biodegradable

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The ability to be broken down by microorganisms

17
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Fast fashion

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Purchasing of low quality, cheap clothes that are worn minimal amounts of times