Textiles 0.0 / 5 ? TextilesTextilesA2/A-levelAQA Created by: sophiemhCreated on: 15-04-15 12:53 What is a fibre? Fine hair-like structures either staple (short) or filament (continuous length). 1 of 5 Name 3 natural fibres & their properties Wool=absorbent, soft, insulant Silk= luxurious, poor elasticity, dyes well Cashmere= high quality, lighteight, soft. 2 of 5 Name 3 synthetic fibres & their properties Acrylic= durable, colourfast, high bulk Nylon= warm, absorbent, good drape Polyester= low warmth, crease resistant, non-absorbent (dries quickly) 3 of 5 Name 3 regenerated fibres & their properties Viscose= soft, dyes well, reduces static electricity as a lining Acetate= luxurious, doesn't pill, dyes well Lyocell= strong, absorbent, good drape 4 of 5 Name 3 SMART materials Thermochromic& photochromic dye, phase changing material 5 of 5
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