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Fibre to Fabric — Revision Notes
NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science
Fibre to Fabric revision notes for NIOS Class 10 Home Science: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Home Science syllabus.
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1. Fibre, Yarn and Fabric
- A fibre is a fine hair-like strand and is the basic unit of textiles.
- A yarn is a long continuous length of interlocked fibres.
- Fabric is a pliable, strong sheet made from fibres or yarns.
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2. Classification of Fibres
- Natural fibres come from plants or animals.
- Plant fibres are cellulosic fibres, such as cotton and linen.
- Animal fibres are protein fibres, such as wool and silk.
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3. Properties of Common Fibres
- Cotton is the smallest of all textile fibres.
- Cotton is white, cream, or light brown, fine, and strong.
- Cotton fabrics wrinkle easily and are used for summer wear.
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4. Identification of Fibres
- Fibres can be identified by visual examination, feel, burning test, and breaking test.
- Cotton looks dull but becomes lustrous when starched; it feels smooth, soft, and cool.
- Linen has low to medium luster, feels soft and smooth, and gives a warm feeling.
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A fibre is a fine hairNatural fibres come from plantsShort fibres are called staple fibresCotton is the smallest of allFlax is a bast fibre from
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Key topics in Fibre to Fabric include Fibre, Yarn and Fabric, Classification of Fibres, Properties of Common Fibres, Identification of Fibres. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
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