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Mo6-L2c: What are Fibers and Their Uses?

Let’s Begin Some fibers are absorbent, or taking in and holding
liquids, while others are water-resistant.

Fibers
All the clothes we wear are made from fabrics which
are woven or spun from fibers.

Fibers are long and thin strands or threads of
material that can be knitted or woven into a fabric.
Types of Fibers
Cotton is a soft, fluffy natural plant fiber that is spun
into thread. It is flexible and absorbent. It is used for
many clothes such as T-shirts and jeans.

Fabrics are cloth materials made by weaving or
knitting threads (made from fiber) together.

Wool is a animal protein fiber obtained from the hair
of sheep, called fleece, and some other animals. It is
a good thermal insulator. It is used for blankets and
sweaters.
There are many types of fibers. Some fibers are natural
from plants or animals and some are man-made.

Fibers have different properties such as strength and
insulators of heat.

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