Textiles Flashcards
1
Q
natural
A
comes from plant and animal sources so biodegrades and sustainable
2
Q
mannufactured polymers
A
from oils, coal and minerals which are spun into fibres for specific purposes
3
Q
Cotton
A
cool to wear
creases easily
4
Q
linen
A
hardwearing
flammable
5
Q
hemp
A
absorbant
high tensile strength
6
Q
silk
A
only strong when dry
drapes
7
Q
jute
A
high tensile strength
8
Q
wool
A
warm
shrinks easily
9
Q
polyester
A
flame resistant
poor absorber
10
Q
nylon
A
good elasticity
11
Q
polypropylene
A
strong
non-absorbant
12
Q
acrylic
A
strong except when wet
insulator
13
Q
elastane
A
elastic
14
Q
aramid
A
heat resistant
