5 - Fabrics Around Us
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Practice Questions
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What are the two main categories of fibers?
💡 Hint: Think about where fibers come from.
Name a property of cotton.
💡 Hint: What happens when you sweat?
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What type of fiber is cotton?
💡 Hint: Where does this fiber come from?
True or False: All synthetic fibers are made from natural materials.
💡 Hint: Think about how synthetic fibers like polyester are produced.
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Challenge Problems
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You are planning to design a new athletic shirt. Based on the properties of different fabrics, which fiber would you choose for breathability and moisture-wicking?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when we sweat during exercise.
You are given a test fabric that won't hold dye. What type of fiber solution can you suggest to improve its dye uptake?
💡 Hint: Think about the differences between natural and synthetic fibers.
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