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Which property is common to all cellulosic fibres?
Which property is common to all cellulosic fibres?
What distinguishes protein fibres from cellulosic fibres?
What distinguishes protein fibres from cellulosic fibres?
Why are cellulosic fibres like cotton susceptible to damage by molds and mildew?
Why are cellulosic fibres like cotton susceptible to damage by molds and mildew?
What is a key reason why cotton is the most widely used fibre?
What is a key reason why cotton is the most widely used fibre?
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In what way do cellulosic fibres differ from protein fibres in terms of flammability?
In what way do cellulosic fibres differ from protein fibres in terms of flammability?
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Why is cotton grown in areas with temperate and hot climates?
Why is cotton grown in areas with temperate and hot climates?
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What is the recommended method for drying garments made of wool?
What is the recommended method for drying garments made of wool?
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Why do some dry cleaners apply special finishes to wool garments?
Why do some dry cleaners apply special finishes to wool garments?
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How do specialty wools differ from sheep's wool in terms of texture?
How do specialty wools differ from sheep's wool in terms of texture?
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Why are specialty wools generally limited to luxurious products?
Why are specialty wools generally limited to luxurious products?
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Which animal does cashmere fiber come from?
Which animal does cashmere fiber come from?
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How does the sensitivity to chemicals of cashmere hair compare to wool?
How does the sensitivity to chemicals of cashmere hair compare to wool?
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What is the average length of wool used for worsted fabrics?
What is the average length of wool used for worsted fabrics?
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Which material is used in the production of sound system to absorb pressure?
Which material is used in the production of sound system to absorb pressure?
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Which wool property contributes to its bulkiness and warmth?
Which wool property contributes to its bulkiness and warmth?
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Which type of wool is used for specialty and hand-crafted fabrics?
Which type of wool is used for specialty and hand-crafted fabrics?
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What is the recommended treatment for wool fabrics that have been treated to allow washing?
What is the recommended treatment for wool fabrics that have been treated to allow washing?
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Which type of wool fabric is made directly from wool fibers without spinning into yarns or weaving?
Which type of wool fabric is made directly from wool fibers without spinning into yarns or weaving?
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Which property of cotton makes it smooth when ironed?
Which property of cotton makes it smooth when ironed?
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Which type of cotton would have less than 200 twists/inch?
Which type of cotton would have less than 200 twists/inch?
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Which of the following is not an appropriate use of cotton?
Which of the following is not an appropriate use of cotton?
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What type of water should be used when washing white cotton?
What type of water should be used when washing white cotton?
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What should be done to prevent cotton furnishings from shrinking when washed?
What should be done to prevent cotton furnishings from shrinking when washed?
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What precaution should be taken when ironing cotton to prevent damage?
What precaution should be taken when ironing cotton to prevent damage?
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Which process is used to separate fibres from seeds in cotton production?
Which process is used to separate fibres from seeds in cotton production?
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What is the primary use of cotton linters in the production process?
What is the primary use of cotton linters in the production process?
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What chemical treatment is used to increase the absorbency, dyeability, strength, and luster of cotton?
What chemical treatment is used to increase the absorbency, dyeability, strength, and luster of cotton?
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Which of the following is not a common physical property of cotton?
Which of the following is not a common physical property of cotton?
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Which part of the cotton plant does the fibre originate from?
Which part of the cotton plant does the fibre originate from?
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What is the primary purpose of treating cotton with mercerization?
What is the primary purpose of treating cotton with mercerization?
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