| A | B |
|---|
| abrasion resistance | pilling is an indication that the fabric doesn't have good abrasion resistance |
| absorbency | towels are made of cotton because it has this property |
| durability | jeans are a twill weave and very... |
| elasticity | swimwear, athletic wear is made of this type of fabric |
| resiliency | a fabric retains its shape after crushing or wrinkling |
| strength | ability to withstand pulling |
| luster | shiny fabric |
| wicking | draws moisture away from the body |
| cotton | natural plant fiber shrinks and wrinkles easily |
| flax | natural plant fiber - linen |
| wool | animal hair that is very warm but scratchy |
| silk | from a worm very expensive and delicate fabric |
| synthetic | man-made/manufactured |
| acetate | fake silk, delicate |
| lyocell | similar to rayon but cheaper |
| rayon | first manufactured fiber |
| nylon | pantyhose and backpacks are made of this fiber |
| olefin | man-made fiber that is similar to wool |
| polyester | excellent wrinkle resistance, blended with other fibers |
| spandex | swimsuits and athletic wear are made of this fabric |
