technical textiles

Question 1

agrotextiles

Answer 1

improve or increase agricultural production

pros - durable, reduces the need for pesticides, can be cheap

cons - could alter ecosystems by changing natural cycles

Question 2

construction textiles

Answer 2

developed to improve construction appearance and longevity

pros - strong and light, resistant to degradation, stable in different heat conditions

Cons - may be expensive, hard to source, may degrade over time

Question 3

geotextiles

Answer 3

mats for reinforcing banks or draining flat land

pros - do not rot, deal well with water, cost effective

cons - ineffective if damaged, easily blocked by sediment

Question 4

domestic textiles

Answer 4

for use in households

pros - hardwearing, stain resistant, absorbent

cons - can be expensive, fire risk for some textiles, can be difficult to clean

Question 5

eco friendly textiles

Answer 5

use organically grown fibres

pros - processed with fewer chemicals and naturally more resistant to mould and pests

cons - can be expensive

Question 6

protective textiles

Answer 6

provide protection against harmful conditions

pros - can be resistant to many external inputs, breathable, light

cons - expensive, not eco friendly

Question 7

sports textiles

Answer 7

used in sports

pros - light, breathable, tight fitting, sense heart rate, absorbent, block UV rays, resist impact

cons - expensive, not eco friendly