5.3 Classification of textile fibres
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. Classification of textile fibres Textile fibres can be classified on the basis of their origin (natural or man-made or manufactured), general chemical type (cellulosic, protein or synthetic), generic types (animal hair or animal secretion) and common trade name (polyester, as terene or dacron). Further, fibres can be staple , i.e., short length like cotton, or filament , i.e., long length like silk, polyester, etc.
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. Classification of textile fibres Textile fibres can be classified on the basis of their origin (natural or man-made or manufactured), general chemical type (cellulosic, protein or synthetic), generic types (animal hair or animal secretion) and common trade name (polyester, as terene or dacron). Further, fibres can be staple , i.e., short length like cotton, or filament , i.e., long length like silk, polyester, etc.
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