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What is the main difference between spun yarns and filament yarns?
What is the main difference between spun yarns and filament yarns?
- Filament yarns have high twist to press fibers together, while spun yarns have low twist for a softer feel.
- Spun yarns are made from staple fibers, while filament yarns are made from carded sliver.
- Spun yarns are composed of relatively short lengths of fiber twisted together, while filament yarns are composed of long continuous fibers. (correct)
- Spun yarns are used mainly in luxury fabrics, while filament yarns are used in everyday clothing items.
Which mechanical process is used to remove shorter fibers and bring the remaining fibers into a more parallel position before spinning?
Which mechanical process is used to remove shorter fibers and bring the remaining fibers into a more parallel position before spinning?
- Combing (correct)
- Twisting
- Carding
- Drawing
What is the purpose of high twist in staple fiber yarns?
What is the purpose of high twist in staple fiber yarns?
- To press the fibers together and give strength to the resulting yarn (correct)
- To create a softer fabric
- To make the yarn more prone to breakage
- To increase the cost of production
Which method of spinning is known for producing yarns with the softest hand available?
Which method of spinning is known for producing yarns with the softest hand available?
What is the significance of the invention of yarn in human civilization?
What is the significance of the invention of yarn in human civilization?
What major step in textile product development comes after the formation of yarns?
What major step in textile product development comes after the formation of yarns?
What type of fabrics are products made from ring-spun yarns commonly found in?
What type of fabrics are products made from ring-spun yarns commonly found in?
How was yarn made by cave dwellers different from the refined yarn used to produce crude fabrics?
How was yarn made by cave dwellers different from the refined yarn used to produce crude fabrics?
In which market segment are fabrics made from ring-spun yarns typically used?
In which market segment are fabrics made from ring-spun yarns typically used?
What is the main purpose of interlacing yarns in textile production?
What is the main purpose of interlacing yarns in textile production?
What technique is used to make yarn?
What technique is used to make yarn?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes different types of yarns mentioned in the text?
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes different types of yarns mentioned in the text?
