MDSE 2650 Textile Kit Lab 1
Good heat retention; warm in winter - ANS-Which of the following is NOT a property related to
cotton?
"Combing" is an additional step in spun yarn processing which removes short fibers and aligns
the fibers to create a smoother, finer, more uniform yarn - ANS-What is 'combing' of cotton and
what advantages does it offer?
-ELS cotton may also be known as Pima, Egyptian and Sea Island cotton.
-ELS cotton makes a smoother and more lustrous fabric. - ANS-Please select all the correct
statements about Extra Long Staple cotton.
no dyes required thus less water and chemicals are used, colors deepen over time. - ANS-What
are the advantages of color-grown fiber (also known as naturally colored cotton)?
The standards of the certifying organization, which vary. - ANS-What requirements must cotton
meet to be certified organic?
it's poor resiliency so wrinkling is a problem and requires frequent pressing. It tends to be strong
but brittle and has a crisp hand. - ANS-Although very comfortable in hot, humid weather, linen is
well-known for ___________________.
Cultivated silk is the most expensive because it is a filament which creates a fabric which is
lustrous with excellent drape and hand. The worm is not allowed to emerge - ANS-Which silk is
the most expensive and luxurious and why?
Angora goat - ANS-Mohair is a long wool fiber used in novelty yarns. What is the animal origin
of mohair?
Bast - ANS-Hemp, ramie, jute, and flax are all members of which group of cellulosic fibers?
Warm, absorbent, resilient, usually dry-cleaned, fabric has a nice loft and body, does not soil
readily, can be shaped by heat, moisture and agitation; comfortable, but may be a bit scratchy
next to skin - ANS-Which of the answers below best describes the properties of wool fiber?
Wool from a Spanish breed of sheep which is softer, finer, and more expensive - ANS-Merino
Wool
Not previously processed in any way; may also be referred to as "new wool" - ANS-Virgin Wool
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