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Fibre to Fabric

NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

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Topics in Fibre to Fabric

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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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Fibres, yarns, and fabrics: their sources, properties, identification, yarn making, and fabric construction

Clothing and fabricsFibresNatural fibresMan-made fibresIdentification of fibresYarnFabric constructionBasic weaves

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What are the important topics in Fibre to Fabric for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Fibre to Fabric include Mind map showing the various functions and purposes of clothing in our daily life, organized into physical, personal, social, and psychological benefits, Pie chart showing the distribution of fabric usage across different household applications, Flowchart showing the process of identifying and observing fibres from fabric. These are the concepts NIOS Class 10 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
How to score full marks in Fibre to Fabric — NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 45 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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