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Material Science
Linen Preservation
The secret to linen's longevity lies in balancing moisture and sunlight exposure
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What is the primary reason linen should be stored away from plastic bags during preservation?
Plastic bags trap moisture, which can cause mold and fiber damage.
Plastic bags protect linen from sunlight and are therefore ideal for storage.
Plastic bags prevent all types of damage, making them the best storage option.
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Fiber Processing
Wool Spinning Process
Mechanical spinning machines transformed wool production and fueled industrial growth
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What was the main advantage of the spinning wheel over hand spinning in wool production?
It allowed wool fibers to be dyed during the spinning process.
It significantly increased the speed and efficiency of spinning wool.
It eliminated the need for twisting fibers to form yarn.
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Textiles
Textiles weave a silent conflict between tradition and innovation shaping everyday life
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Which factor primarily drives the development of different textile manufacturing methods like weaving, knitting, and non-woven fabrics?
The desire to produce only decorative fabrics
The belief that weaving is the only effective textile method
The need to balance durability, flexibility, and specialized applications
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Natural Fibers
Alpaca Fiber
Alpaca fiber's silk-like sheen and warmth transformed Andean textiles into global luxury staples
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What key characteristic differentiates Suri alpaca fiber from Huacaya fiber in textile production?
Huacaya fiber is silk-like and smooth, whereas Suri fiber is coarse and woolly.
Both Suri and Huacaya fibers are identical in texture and appearance.
Suri fiber hangs in silky locks resembling dreadlocks, while Huacaya fiber is fluffy and crimped like sheep wool.
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Materials and Fillings
Cotton Filling
Natural cotton filling balances comfort and sustainability in traditional bedding
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What is a key advantage of cotton filling compared to synthetic fillings in bedding applications?
Cotton filling is more resistant to moisture and mildew than synthetic fillings.
Cotton filling offers superior breathability and is biodegradable.
Cotton filling is a synthetic material designed to mimic natural fibers.
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Fabric Blends
Wool Nylon Blend Fabric
Synthetic strength meets natural warmth in a fabric revolution
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What is the primary advantage of blending wool with nylon in fabric production?
To make the fabric completely waterproof and non-breathable
To eliminate the need for any special care or maintenance of wool garments
To combine wool's warmth and breathability with nylon's durability and elasticity
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Natural Fibers
Animal Fiber
Animal fibers weave a hidden story of biology shaping human warmth and luxury
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Why do animal fibers like wool provide better insulation compared to many plant-based fibers?
Because they are thicker and heavier than plant fibers.
Because their crimped protein structure traps air, enhancing warmth.
Because animal fibers absorb more water, which keeps heat in.
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Linen fabric’s fibers come from the flax plant, one of the oldest cultivated plants for textiles.
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Linen fabric’s fibers come from the flax plant, one of the oldest cultivated plants for textiles. Many believe linen is just another fabric, but its story and qualities set it apart dramatically. Linen, made from...
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Silk
Silk's shimmering colors come from its unique fiber structure bending light like a prism
5 Feb 2026
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What causes the distinctive shimmering appearance of silk fabric?
The silk fibers are dyed with special pigments that reflect light
Silk's shine comes from a coating applied during textile manufacturing
The triangular prism-like structure of silk fibers refracts light at different angles
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Canvas Fabric
Canvas fabric combines durability and versatility for art, fashion, and outdoor gear
2 Feb 2026
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What characteristic of canvas fabric makes it particularly suitable for use as a painting surface for artists?
Its waterproof coating prevents paint from soaking through.
Its elasticity allows the canvas to stretch and contract with paint drying.
Its plain-woven texture provides a stable and textured base for paint adhesion.
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Fabric Types
Muslin
Muslin fabric's origins trace back to Mosul, blending delicate weave with versatile uses
26 Jan 2026
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What characteristic of muslin fabric primarily contributes to its versatility in different applications?
Its complex patterned weave
Its wide range of weights from sheer to coarse
Its synthetic fiber composition
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Carpet
The evolution of carpets from wool to synthetic fibers reshaped floor coverings worldwide
25 Jan 2026
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What is the primary difference between a carpet and a rug according to traditional definitions?
Carpets are always made from synthetic fibers, while rugs are made from wool.
Rugs are used only for decoration, whereas carpets serve only functional purposes.
Rugs are generally smaller and loose-laid, while carpets often cover entire rooms and are fixed in place.
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Textiles
Textiles have evolved from simple woven fabrics to high-tech materials used in spacesuits and bulletproof jackets
24 Jan 2026
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Which of the following is NOT a common method used to manufacture textiles?
Casting
Weaving
Knitting
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Fabric Types
Cotton Print Fabric
Calico cotton fabric offers an affordable, versatile base for vibrant printed textiles
22 Jan 2026
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What characteristic of calico fabric makes it particularly suitable as a base for printed cotton textiles?
Its extremely fine and smooth texture allows for detailed prints.
Its unfinished and undyed nature makes it inexpensive and ideal for printing.
Its waterproof coating helps preserve printed designs.
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Fabric Construction
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Woven textiles combine threads at right angles to create versatile fabrics for clothing and decor
22 Jan 2026
Woven textiles combine threads at right angles to create versatile fabrics for clothing and decor Woven textiles are fabrics created by interlacing two or more sets of threads at right angles to each other, typically...
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