textiles AQA AS level

1. weft pile weave (9)
6. eg.polyester,nylon. strong, lightweight, dry quickly, (not waterproof!) they are thermoplastic - soft when hot, dry fibres, do not set alight - melt and drip. (9, 6)
7. lightweight, smooth and has lustre. strong fibre, weak when wet, warm and absorbant, creases easily and is expensive. (4)
8. warp pile weave (6)
9. a false twist, Bulked continuous filament - jet of hot fluid pushed thermoplastic yarns against a cold surface. Air jet texture - a jet of compressed air is directed at continuous filament yarn. (6, 5, 7)

2. Soft, warm because of the natural crimp. does not crease easily, natural water repellent. Absorbs moisture, does not set alight + Shrinks. (4)
3. Lycra, Spandex (11, 6)
4. similar to cotton, absorbant, not very strong, shrinks, silky feel. (7)
5. produce diagonal lines, hard wearing, eg. denim (5, 5)
10. Nylon, Tactel, Supplex (10)

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