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What characteristic is true about cotton fibers?
What characteristic is true about cotton fibers?
Which of the following is a factor in the cultivation of cotton?
Which of the following is a factor in the cultivation of cotton?
What is a distinguishing feature of flax fibers?
What is a distinguishing feature of flax fibers?
Which animal fiber is produced by silkworms?
Which animal fiber is produced by silkworms?
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What is true about the properties of cotton fabrics?
What is true about the properties of cotton fabrics?
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Which statement correctly describes flax fibers?
Which statement correctly describes flax fibers?
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What is a primary use for cotton in textile production?
What is a primary use for cotton in textile production?
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Which of the following environments is ideal for growing cotton?
Which of the following environments is ideal for growing cotton?
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What does 'northern silk' refer to?
What does 'northern silk' refer to?
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Which of the following animal fibers is known for its luxurious feel and is derived from goats?
Which of the following animal fibers is known for its luxurious feel and is derived from goats?
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Study Notes
Natural Fibers
- Natural fibers are categorized into plant and animal fibers
- Plant fibers include cotton and flax
- Animal fibers include silk from the silkworm's cocoon, wool from sheep, goats, or camels
- Cotton is a one-year plant with fibers on the seed of the plant
- The cotton seed has a fluffy covering of fibers
- Cotton cloth is soft and not very shiny; fibers are of similar thickness
- Flax is a short plant with fibers on the stem
- Flax fibers are smooth, long, and strong
- Flax cloth has a characteristic sheen
- Cotton is native to India
- Cotton grows well in warm, humid conditions
- Flax is also called the "north silk"
Other Fibers
- Chemical fibers are made from wood pulp, petroleum, or coal.
- Examples include rayon, nylon and polyester
- Different materials like wood, petroleum, and coal are used
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Description
This quiz explores the world of natural fibers, focusing on the two main categories: plant and animal fibers. Understand the characteristics and sources of common fibers like cotton and flax, as well as an introduction to chemical fibers such as rayon and nylon. Test your knowledge on the properties, production, and uses of these materials.
