Wool is a fiber sheared from sheep. Notice the ridged pattern on the fibers; this is what makes wool unique under the microscope.
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Polyester is a very strong fiber that, when used in clothing, is very strong and resistent to stretching and shrinking.
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Cotton is an extremely soft fiber that grows from a cotton plant, and is one of the most commonly used fibes in clothing.
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Linen is a plant fiber cultivated from the stems of flax plants. Like cotton, it is extremely absorbent and is easily dyed.
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Rayon is a man-made fiber, but still not considered synthetic since it is regenerated from cellulosic fiber. It does not reflect body heat, making it ideal for areas with high temperatures.
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I like the pictures you used lets us have a close look at the different types of fibers
ReplyDeletei like how some of your pictures look like drawings, also good to see im not the only person who used rayon as an example
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