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What dictates the weight of a fabric

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The density of the weave

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Name 2 types of weave

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Satin and plain

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2
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What is the gain line

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The warp

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3
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What 3 things are needed to create a wooden felt

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A rotation,heat and moisture

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4
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How would yo describe bonded fabric

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Blended or glued together

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5
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What type of construction is cotton poplin

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Woven

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6
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What type of construction is interfacing (vylene)

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Bonded

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7
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Give 3 properties is a non woven fabric

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Cheap,lightweight and frayed

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8
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Give an example of a laminated fabric

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PVC

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9
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What uses are there for micro encapsulation

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Medical wipes/hospital use

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10
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What are the 2 types of knitted fabrics

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Warp and weft

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11
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Give characteristics of knitted fabric

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Warm and soft

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12
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What garments are knitted fabric suitable for

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Scarfs,gloves and hats

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13
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What effect does embossing have on fabrics

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Raising the surface

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14
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How does brushing fabric change the surface

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Soft and frizzy

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15
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What is the name given to a fabrics ability to keep its colour

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Colour fasting

16
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How can a fabric be made to resist stains

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With a coating/finish

17
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Name 2 other resisting properties that can be added to fabric

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Flammability and water resistance

18
Q

What is a SMART fabric

A

Wearable technology

19
Q

Nanotechnology is a future development in textiles how is this helping Levi and gap

A

Stain resistant and durable

20
Q

Name some natural fibres and fabrics

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Cotton
Linen
Wool
Silk

21
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Decorative techniques

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Embroidery
Appliqué 
Quilting 
Beeding,sequins and other components 
Patch work
Pleating
22
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Name some synthetic fibres

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Polyamide
Polyester
Acrylic
Elastase

23
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List 3 washing instructions you’d find on a label

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Do not iron
What heat to wash it on 
Is it appropriate for the tumble dryer 
Eco friendly 
where was it made
24
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Why is the quality control step of production so important

A

Fabric in good condition

Fabric specification has been met

25
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Name a few ways we use computers in textiles

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Overlocker 
Digital jet printer
Cylinder knitting machine
Embroidery machine 
Multi head embroidery 
Band saw

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