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Care and Maintenance of Clothing

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Community Science (Home Science)

Complete topic list for Care and Maintenance of Clothing in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science). Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science)

Topics in Care and Maintenance of Clothing

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.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Care and Maintenance of Clothing

LaunderingNeed for CareFabric Types and CareStain and Dirt RemovalSorting of ClothesSoakingDrying MethodsIroning and Pressing

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)?
Care and Maintenance of Clothing covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Care and Maintenance of Clothing — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Community Science (Home Science)?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 47 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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