prelim

Question 1

cotton properties

Answer 1

strong, inelastic, high heat tolerance, absorbent

Question 2

rayon properties

Answer 2

high lustre, good drape, absorbent, poor elasticity, low strength

Question 3

external structure

Answer 3

length, diameter, surface and cross sectional shape

Question 4

selvedge

Answer 4

the reinforced edge of a fabric that does not fray

Question 5

high twist yarn properties

Answer 5

firm, smooth, good lustre, strong, good elasticity

Question 6

amorphous structure

Answer 6

polymers in random arrangement and there are large distances between them = weak fibre e.g. wool and rayon

Question 7

chemical composition

Answer 7

what fibres are made from e.g. wool = protein and cotton = cellulose

Question 8

woollen yarn

Answer 8

fuzzy, weak, softer handle, more absorbent e.g. knitting wool

Question 9

what is aesthetic design?

Answer 9

surface decoration or design that enhances the appearance of textile related items

Question 10

slub yarn

Answer 10

yarn that can be made from either single or ply yarns

Question 11

yarn

Answer 11

basic thread component of all fabric construction

Question 12

filament fibres

Answer 12

long or continuous fibres

Question 13

types of knitted fabrics

Answer 13

single knit, double knit, pile knot, tricot knit, lace and net

Question 14

boucle yarn

Answer 14

yarn created by combining different plied yarns together

Question 15

cotton end uses

Answer 15

summer clothing
bedding
towels

Question 16

textile quality

Answer 16

refers to the total set of performance characteristics relating to a textile component, item or product

Question 17

crystalline structure

Answer 17

polymers are packed closely together and in parallel arrangement = strong fibre e.g. nylon

Question 18

factors contributing to textile value

Answer 18

heirloom, vintage, handcrafted, unique, designer label, technologically advanced, religious significance, social significance, economic value

Question 19

low twist yarn properties

Answer 19

soft, poor resiliency, weak, good insulation and poor elasticity

Question 20

types of woven fabrics

Answer 20

plain, twill, satin, jacquard, crepe and pile weaves

Question 21

course

Answer 21

a horizontal row of loops in a knitted fabric

Question 22

nylon end uses

Answer 22

industrial uses - sleeping bags tents, top, parachutes

Question 23

nylon properties

Answer 23

strong fibre with good elasticity, wrinkle and shrink resistant, hydrophobic

Question 24

wool properties

Answer 24

weak fibre with good elasticity, high crease resistance, good absorbency, low heat tolerance, high heat retainment

Question 25

combed cotton yarn properties and end uses

Answer 25

medium to high twist, even, smooth, durable, soft, absorbent e.g. knitted cotton underwear, cotton lawn

Question 26

polyester properties

Answer 26

strong fibre with good elasticity, low shrinkage, wrinkle resistant, hydrophobic

Question 27

cotton/poly blend

Answer 27

good strength, good absorbency, increased elasticity, good heat tolerance

Question 28

nylon/elastomeric blend

Answer 28

good lustre, good drape, excellent strength, low absorbency, great elasticity

Question 29

what is functional design?

Answer 29

items designed for a specific purpose that may include examples from all the focus areas

Question 30

carded cotton yarn properties and end uses

Answer 30

low to medium twist, uneven thickness of yarn, strong, soft, absorbent e.g. drill, jeans, towelling

Question 31

weft

Answer 31

running across the width of fabric

Question 32

wool end uses

Answer 32

jumpers, cardigans, carpets

Question 33

non woven fabrics

Answer 33

felts, webs and films

Question 34

assessing quality

Answer 34

design, trademarks, fabric quality, legislation, care labelling

Question 35

worsted yarn

Answer 35

smooth and fine, finer, durable, less absorbent = quick drying e.g. fine wool suiting

Question 36

textured filament yarns

Answer 36

made from synthetic fibres that have been modified to add texture bulk and elasticity

Question 37

textile value

Answer 37

monetary or significant resource value

Question 38

wale

Answer 38

a vertical row of loops in a knitted fabric

Question 39

polyester end uses

Answer 39

apparel, furnishings

Question 40

core spun yarns

Answer 40

yarn with a centre or core of one fibre composition, around which another fibre is spun or wrapped

Question 41

staple fibres

Answer 41

short fibres

Question 42

warp

Answer 42

running length of fabric

Question 43

elastomeric

Answer 43

high strength and abrasion resistance, good absorbency, great elasticity

Question 44

Plain weave properties

Answer 44

Strong, even and flat texture, poor absorbency

Question 45

Twill weave properties

Answer 45

Diagonal, heavier than plain, most durable

Question 46

Satin weave properties

Answer 46

Warp goes over four weft yarns and under one. Poor strength but highly lustrous

Question 47

Jacquard weave properties

Answer 47

Patterns, expensive, highly decorative

Question 48

Pile weave properties

Answer 48

Decorative weave, e.g. towel, high absorbency

Question 49

Crepe weave

Answer 49

Random arrangement of floats, all over pebble effect

Question 50

Single knit properties

Answer 50

Ladder easily, stretchy, weft knitting

Question 51

Weft knitting

Answer 51

One length of yarn and the loops are formed along the width of the fabric

Question 52

Warp knitting

Answer 52

Uses one yarn per needle or wale, loops run the length of the fabric

Question 53

Double knit properties

Answer 53

Weft knitting, resilient, absorbent