M&M Exam 1 UPDATED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the difference between protein and cellulose natural fibers? - CORRECT
ANSWER Protein comes from animals (silk, wool), and Cellulose comes from plants
(cotton, linen)
What does "denier" measure? - CORRECT ANSWER The thickness of the fiber
(higher = thicker)
Name common cellulosic man-made synthetic fibers - CORRECT ANSWER Rayon,
acetate, lyocell, PLA, bamboo
Name common non-cellulosic synthetic fibers - CORRECT ANSWER Polyester,
nylon, acrylic, polypropylene, glass
What is solution dyeing? - CORRECT ANSWER Adding color before fibers are
formed; gives best colorfastness.
Which weave has a diagonal pattern, like denim? - CORRECT ANSWER Twill weave
Which finish makes fabric resistant to flames? - CORRECT ANSWER Flame-retardant
finish.
What are the 6 steps to manufacturing fabrics - CORRECT ANSWER Raw Materials,
Suppliers, Manufacturers, Distributors, Retailers, Consumer
What is a Declare Label? - CORRECT ANSWER It is used to disclose product
information, share and find healthy building products, and specify products they know they
can trust
, What are natural fibers? - CORRECT ANSWER The fibers that are obtained from
plants, animals, or mineral sources
Name some descriptions for silk - CORRECT ANSWER A smooth and shiny
appearance, pros of good strength and luxurious touch, cons of water spots and UV
degradation
Name some descriptions for cotton - CORRECT ANSWER A soft appearance with
good drape, pros of absorbency, and dyes well, and cons of flammability without chemicals
and wrinkles
Name some descriptions for wool - CORRECT ANSWER A short and springy
appearance, pros of wrinkle resistance, self-extinguishing, and absorbency, cons of difficult
cleaning and too warm
Name some descriptions for linen - CORRECT ANSWER A crisp and smooth
appearance, pros of lint-free, stain resistance, and dyes well, cons of wrinkles and reacts to
moisture
Synthetic Fibers are - CORRECT ANSWER man-made fibers that are derived from
chemicals
Name some descriptions for Rayon - CORRECT ANSWER A mimic of natural fibers
like wool and cotton, with the pros of absorbency, softness, and smoothness, and the cons of
specific wash instructions and wrinkling.
Name some descriptions for Polyester - CORRECT ANSWER Used for carpet,
upholstery, etc, with the pros of self-extinguishing and wrinkle resistance, and with cons of
shrinkage and mildew
Types of synthetic leather - CORRECT ANSWER Vinyl (thermoplastic derived from
oil, gas, and chlorine), Low-quality polyurethane (polyester resin), High-quality polyurethane
(polycarbonate resin), and Silicone (polymer made with silica)
AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What is the difference between protein and cellulose natural fibers? - CORRECT
ANSWER Protein comes from animals (silk, wool), and Cellulose comes from plants
(cotton, linen)
What does "denier" measure? - CORRECT ANSWER The thickness of the fiber
(higher = thicker)
Name common cellulosic man-made synthetic fibers - CORRECT ANSWER Rayon,
acetate, lyocell, PLA, bamboo
Name common non-cellulosic synthetic fibers - CORRECT ANSWER Polyester,
nylon, acrylic, polypropylene, glass
What is solution dyeing? - CORRECT ANSWER Adding color before fibers are
formed; gives best colorfastness.
Which weave has a diagonal pattern, like denim? - CORRECT ANSWER Twill weave
Which finish makes fabric resistant to flames? - CORRECT ANSWER Flame-retardant
finish.
What are the 6 steps to manufacturing fabrics - CORRECT ANSWER Raw Materials,
Suppliers, Manufacturers, Distributors, Retailers, Consumer
What is a Declare Label? - CORRECT ANSWER It is used to disclose product
information, share and find healthy building products, and specify products they know they
can trust
, What are natural fibers? - CORRECT ANSWER The fibers that are obtained from
plants, animals, or mineral sources
Name some descriptions for silk - CORRECT ANSWER A smooth and shiny
appearance, pros of good strength and luxurious touch, cons of water spots and UV
degradation
Name some descriptions for cotton - CORRECT ANSWER A soft appearance with
good drape, pros of absorbency, and dyes well, and cons of flammability without chemicals
and wrinkles
Name some descriptions for wool - CORRECT ANSWER A short and springy
appearance, pros of wrinkle resistance, self-extinguishing, and absorbency, cons of difficult
cleaning and too warm
Name some descriptions for linen - CORRECT ANSWER A crisp and smooth
appearance, pros of lint-free, stain resistance, and dyes well, cons of wrinkles and reacts to
moisture
Synthetic Fibers are - CORRECT ANSWER man-made fibers that are derived from
chemicals
Name some descriptions for Rayon - CORRECT ANSWER A mimic of natural fibers
like wool and cotton, with the pros of absorbency, softness, and smoothness, and the cons of
specific wash instructions and wrinkling.
Name some descriptions for Polyester - CORRECT ANSWER Used for carpet,
upholstery, etc, with the pros of self-extinguishing and wrinkle resistance, and with cons of
shrinkage and mildew
Types of synthetic leather - CORRECT ANSWER Vinyl (thermoplastic derived from
oil, gas, and chlorine), Low-quality polyurethane (polyester resin), High-quality polyurethane
(polycarbonate resin), and Silicone (polymer made with silica)
