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Apparel |
Textiles used for worn clothing |
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A job in which undyed, untreated fabric is turned into fabric which is ready for its end use. |
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Natural Fiber Examples |
Flax (Plant) Cotton (Plant) Silk (Animal) Wool (Animal) |
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Man Made Cellulosic Fiber Examples |
Rayon Acetate Lyocell PLA |
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Man Made Non-Cellulosic Fiber Examples |
Nylon Acrylic Olefin Polyester Elasterell Spandex |
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Natural Fiber |
Fiber obtained from plants or animals |
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Manufactured Fiber |
Fiber made from chemical solutions forced through tiny holes in a spinarette. |
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Abrasion resistance |
how easily the fabric snags |
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Absorbancy |
Ability to take in moisture "Wicking" Skin comfort Static Build up |
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Chemical Effects |
Type of chemical, strength of chemical, and time of exposure determine the effect on fiber. |
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Lustre |
Shinyness |
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Cover |
Ability to occupy an area Air breathability Sheerness |
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Elasticity |
Ability to increase length under tension Stretchiness |
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Flexibility |
Ability for fiber to bend without breaking Effects Drape of fabric |
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Resiliency |
Ability for fiber to spring back to shape after being creased, twisted, or distorted.
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Strength |
Ability for fiber to withstand stress |
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Wicking |
Ability for fiber to pull moisture (not absorb-ability) |
