mention two characteristics of wool fiber
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Properties and Quality of Wool
- Durability – Wool is a hard fibre that remains that retains its nice appearance for a long time.
- Absorption of moisture – As a fabric wool draws moisture from the body and absorbs it inside its fibres. Heat is generated as the moisture is absorbed so that the garment stays warm without feeling wet.
- Resistance to dirt – Wool fibres have an outer layer of scales that reduce the ability of dirt and dust to penetrate the fibre.
- Resistance to fire – One of the properties of wool is that it does not burn easily. When subjected to flames, it will smoulder instead.