Modern, smart and combination fabrics

Question 0

Polar fleece

Answer 0

Brushed polyester wrap knit. It’s us lightweight, soft, breathable and warm. It is used for fleece, jumpers, jackets and blankets.

Question 1

Microfibre

Answer 1

Woven polyester
It is lightweight, soft, good drape, breathable and shower proof.
It is used for raincoats, sportswear and fashion clothing.

Question 2

Gore-tex

Answer 2

Laminated membrane.

It is breathable, lightweight an waterproof. It is used for all-weather jackets and shoes.

Question 3

Micro-encapsulated

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Different micro-capsules embedded in the fibre or fabric.
It gives off an aromatics scent can reduce body odour and can provide vitamins or reduce skin irrational. It is used for underwear anti- bacterial socks and medical textiles.

Question 4

Heat sensitive

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Thermochromic
Micro-encapsulated dye can change colour in response to heat (lasts for 5-10 washes). It is used for children’s clothes, sports clothing and firefighters’ clothing.

Question 5

Light sensitive

Answer 5

Photochromic dyes

Smart pigments change colour in response to sunlight. It is used for T-shirts and military clothing.