Cellulose Fibres - Leaf Fibres 0.0 / 5 ? TextilesLeaf FibresA2/A-levelAQA Created by: Charlotte MessengerCreated on: 28-05-14 16:04 Leaf Fibres Introduction Leaf fibres are mainly obtained from thick, fleshy leaves. These leaves are supported by fibrous bundles, often several feet long and held together with a gummy substance. The fibres are extracted by a process called Decortication, where leaves are crushed and beaten with a rotating wheel so that only fibres remain. 1 of 3 Uses of Leaf Fibres Leaf fibres are mainly used in rope and twine. They are sometimes used in woven fabrics and usually require no spinning for this purpose. 2 of 3 Leaf Fibre Ropes Exampe 3 of 3
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