10 Questions
What is the Bakbak of the abaca stalk?
The outermost covering or leaf sheath
What is Coir?
The fibrous material surrounding the fruit of the coconut tree
What is a characteristic of Buntal fiber?
It is durable, pliable, and has good dyeing qualities
What is the common use of Abaca fiber?
To make furniture
What is Rattan?
A type of palm tree
What is the color range of the Abaca fiber?
From pure white to dark brown
What is the outermost covering of the Abaca stalk?
Bakbak
What is the family of the Rattan plant?
Palm family
What is Pandan processed into?
Splints
What is the shape of Buntal fiber?
Cylindrical
Study Notes
Abaca
- Abaca is a member of the Banana family
- Its fiber has a natural luster, ranging in color from pure white to ivory and dark brown
Bakbak
- Bakbak is the outermost covering or leaf sheath of the abaca stalk
- It is a flat, thick, and durable sheath, often used as twine or braided
Coir
- Coir is the fibrous material surrounding the fruit of the coconut tree
Pandan
- Pandan is a tropical plant
- Its processed fibers are transformed into splints, used as a raw material
Rattan
- Rattan belongs to the palm family
- There are various types of rattan palms, including high or low climbers, single-stemmed or clustered rattan species
Bamboo
- Bamboo is used as a raw material in creating many products
- It is used in construction, textiles, musical instruments, weapons, and many other applications
Buntal
- Buntal is a cylindrically shaped fiber
- Its supple, ivory white strands are durable, pliable, and have good dyeing qualities
This quiz covers different types of natural fibers, including Abaca, Coir, Pandan, and Rattan. Learn about their characteristics, uses, and benefits.
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