Fibres Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two types of fibres?
A
Natural
Manufactured
2
Q
Where do all natural fibres come from?
A
Plants and animals
3
Q
What fabrics come from plants?
A
Cotton and linen
4
Q
What fabrics come from animals?
A
Silk and wool
5
Q
What are the two types of man made fibres?
A
Cellulosic - natural starting point
Synthetic - entirely chemically made
6
Q
What fabrics come from cellulosic man made fibres?
A
Vicose Modul Acetate Triacetate Tencel
7
Q
What fabrics come from synthetic fibres?
A
Nylon
Polyester
Acrylic
Elastane
8
Q
Uses of cotton
A
Jeans
T-shirts
Towels
9
Q
Uses of linen
A
Summer clothing
Tea towels
Tablecloths
10
Q
Uses of wool
A
Jumpers
Suits
Blankets
11
Q
Uses of silk
A
Evening wear
Ties
12
Q
Uses of viscose
A
Shirts
Dresses
Linings
13
Q
Uses of acrylic
A
Jumpers
Fleece jackets
Blankets
14
Q
Uses of polyester
A
Rain coats Fleece jackets Children's nightwear Medical textiles Working clothes
15
Q
Uses of nylon
A
Active sportswear
Fleece jackets
Socks
Seatbelts
