4 Questions
Wool is the textile fibre obtained from sheep and other mammals, especially goats, rabbits, and ______.
camelids
The quality of wool is determined by its fibre diameter, crimp, yield, color, and ______ strength.
staple
Wool has been used for blankets, horse rugs, saddle cloths, carpeting, insulation, and ______.
upholstery
Wool is an essential fibre for winter clothing, suiting, floor coverings, and certain industrial ______.
applications
Study Notes
Wool Characteristics
- Obtained from sheep and other mammals, including goats, rabbits, and others
- Quality determined by fibre diameter, crimp, yield, color, and strength
Uses of Wool
- Used for making blankets, horse rugs, saddle cloths, carpeting, insulation, and upholstery
- Essential fibre for winter clothing, suiting, floor coverings, and certain industrial applications
Test your knowledge about the characteristics and properties of wool as a textile fibre, including its chemical composition and quality determinants such as fibre diameter, crimp, yield, color, and staple strength.
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