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Care and Maintenance of Clothing — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Community Science (Home Science)
Care and Maintenance of Clothing revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science: 4 topics in quick points.
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Key Topics to Revise
1
Need for Care and Maintenance of Clothing
- Clothes get dirty, wrinkled, and stained with daily use.
- Dirt includes dust, grime, and grease; stains are discolorations on fabric.
- Improper care leads to bad smell, discoloration, and weakening of fabric.
2
Steps in Laundering
- Sorting clothes by color, fabric, and level of dirt.
- Removing stains before washing to prevent spreading.
- Soaking loosens dirt but should not exceed 3–4 hours.
3
Soaps and Detergents
- Soaps are made from natural fats/oils and alkali through saponification.
- Detergents are synthetic, made from hydrocarbons and chemicals.
- Detergents work better in hard water than soaps.
4
Drying and Ironing
- White cotton clothes can be dried in sunlight to remove microbes and brighten fabric.
- Colored clothes and delicate fabrics (silk, wool, synthetics) should be dried in shade to prevent fading.
- Wool should be laid flat to dry to avoid stretching.
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Full NotesKey Concepts
Laundering refers to the complete processDirt includes dustClothes should be sorted by colorWhite cotton clothes can be driedIroning restores smoothness and appearance
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Care and Maintenance of Clothing for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science)?
Key topics in Care and Maintenance of Clothing include Need for Care and Maintenance of Clothing, Steps in Laundering, Soaps and Detergents, Drying and Ironing. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Care and Maintenance of Clothing for the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 47 practice questions on Care and Maintenance of Clothing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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