Jute: The Golden Fiber and its Uses
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Which natural fiber is known for its strength, lustre, durability, and moisture absorbency?

  • Alpaca
  • Cashmere
  • Angora
  • Silk (correct)
  • Which natural fiber is 100% bio-degradable and recyclable, making it environmentally friendly?

  • Angora
  • Silk
  • Cashmere (correct)
  • Alpaca
  • Which natural fiber is characterized by being one of the oldest textile fibers and is referred to as 'The Golden Fiber' due to its shine?

  • Alpaca (correct)
  • Angora
  • Silk
  • Cashmere
  • Which natural fiber is second only to cotton in amount produced and is known for its softness and warmth?

    <p>Angora</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fiber is Alpaca fiber?

    <p>Natural fiber - animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fibers can be matted into sheets to make products like paper or felt?

    <p>Byssus fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of classification, which type of fiber do Cashmere fibers fall under?

    <p>Natural fiber - animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fibers is a type of synthetic fiber?

    <p>Silk fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alpaca fiber is derived from which animal?

    <p>Alpaca</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cashmere fiber is sourced from which animal?

    <p>Cashmere goat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following animals is the source of Angora fiber?

    <p>Angora rabbit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Byssus fibers are sourced from which type of organism?

    <p>Clams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fibers is synonymous with 'Sea Silk'?

    <p>Byssus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The valuable fiber known as 'Pashm' is another name for which luxurious material?

    <p>Cashmere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Natural Fibers

    • Jute is a natural fiber known for its strength, lustre, durability, and moisture absorbency.
    • Hemp is a natural fiber that is 100% bio-degradable and recyclable, making it environmentally friendly.

    Golden Fiber

    • Jute is characterized as one of the oldest textile fibers and is referred to as 'The Golden Fiber' due to its shine.

    Soft and Warm Fiber

    • Mohair is the second most produced natural fiber, known for its softness and warmth.

    Alpaca Fiber

    • Alpaca fiber is a type of natural fiber, derived from the Alpaca animal.

    Fiber Classification

    • Cashmere fibers fall under the classification of luxury fibers.

    Synthetic Fiber

    • Nylon is a type of synthetic fiber.

    Fiber Sources

    • Alpaca fiber is derived from the Alpaca animal.
    • Cashmere fiber is sourced from the Cashmere goat.
    • Angora fiber is sourced from the Angora rabbit.
    • Byssus fibers are sourced from Mollusks.
    • Byssus fibers are synonymous with 'Sea Silk'.
    • Pashm is another name for Cashmere, a luxurious material.

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