Quizizz Part 1 for 2.01 Quiz

What is abrasion resistance?

• a worn spot that can develop when fibers rub against something.  (Pilling- tiny balls of fiber on the fabric.)

• ability to take in moisture

• how long a person will be able to wear or use an item

• ability of a fiber to withstand tension or pulling

The ability to take in moisture

• Elasticity

• Durability

• Absorbency

• Resilience

The way a fiber yarn, or fabric feels when handled.

• Warmth

• Resiliency

• Hand

• Durability

Refers to how long you will be able to wear a garment or item.

• Durability

• Resiliency

• Strength

• Wicking

Ability to withstand tension or pulling.

• Warmth

• Strength

• Wicking

• Elasticity

Ability to spring or bounce back into shape after crushing or wrinkling

• Hand

• Abrasion Resistance

• Resiliency

• Durability

These types of fibers occur naturally.

• Plastic

• Natural

• Synthetic

• Non-cellulosic

What are some common characteristics of cotton?

• Soft, absorbent, comfortable, absorbs perspiration quickly, strong and durable, inexpensive, does not pill, blends well

• Cool and comfortable, strong, durable and lustrous

• hard wearing, natural insulator, does not wrinkle easily

• Cool in the summer and warm in the winter, versatile, strongest natural fiber

What is abrasion resistance?

• a worn spot that can develop when fibers rub against something.  (Pilling- tiny balls of fiber on the fabric.)

• ability to take in moisture

• how long a person will be able to wear or use an item

• ability of a fiber to withstand tension or pulling

What are some common characteristics of linen?

• Soft, absorbent, comfortable, absorbs perspiration quickly, strong and durable, inexpensive, does not pill, blends well

• Cool and comfortable, strong, durable and lustrous

• hard wearing, natural insulator, does not wrinkle easily

• Cool in the summer and warm in the winter, versatile, strongest natural fiber