Textile fibres

<ul><li><p>Textile FibresChapter 11polyesterWoolCottonSilk</p></li><li><p>Fibres to TextilesFibresTextilesYarns</p></li><li><p>Fibre CharacteristicsDurabilityElasticityAbrasion ResistanceWrinkle ResistanceShape retentionLusterAbsorbencyWickingWashabilityStrengthResiliency</p></li><li><p>Staple and Filament FibresWool Staple Length - centimetersSilk Filament Length - metersMost natural fibres are staple fibresSilk is the exception</p><p>Most manufactured fibres are filament fibresCan be cut into staple lengths for a more natural feelStaple fibres are roughFilament fibres are smooth</p></li><li><p>Natural FibresSome common natural fibres:Wool Cotton Silk Flax</p><p>Silk wormsSheep shearingCotton plantFlax Plant</p></li><li><p>ManufacturedFibresSome common manufactured fibres:RayonAcrylicNylonPolyesterSpandexAcetate</p></li></ul>