5.2 - Fibers and Fabrics
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Practice Questions
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Name one plant-based fiber.
💡 Hint: Think about the materials used in summer clothing.
What is the main property of wool?
💡 Hint: Consider the season it’s often used in.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which of the following is a natural fiber?
💡 Hint: Recall our discussion on natural versus synthetic fibers.
True or False: Nylon is a natural fiber.
💡 Hint: Remember the classification of fibers we've just learned.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze the environmental impacts of using synthetic vs. natural fibers in clothing manufacturing. What are some sustainable practices that can be adopted?
💡 Hint: Consider the life cycle of the textiles from production to waste.
Develop a case study on how blended fabrics can benefit both consumers and manufacturers. What characteristics could be achieved?
💡 Hint: Think of the advantages that blend combinations bring to specific use cases.
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