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Introduction To Textiles Question Paper

Introduction To Textiles

Course:Bachelor Of Science (Fashion Design & Marketing)

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2008

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
INSTITUTIONAL BASED PROGRAM

EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION AND
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
HTS100/HFD 100: INTRODUCTION TO TEXTILES
DATE: FRIDAY, 29TH AUGUST 2008 TIME: 11.00 A.M. – 1.00 P.M.

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer question One and two other questions.
1.
Using the principle of origin and the general chemical name, use a clear illustrative diagram to classify textile fibres. Give at least two fibre examples in each of the classes. (20 marks)
2.
Discuss the procedure used in the processing of any one of the following textile fibres.
(a)
Cotton
(b)
Silk
(c)
Polyester
(15 marks)
3.
Use a table to compare all the physical properties for wool and acetate rayon. (15 marks)
4.
Discuss ring spinning by the woolen and worsted systems. (15 marks)
5.
(a)
Describe the four steps in the weaving operation. (4 marks)
(b)
Using clear illustrative diagrams describe the three basic weaves used to make fabric. Give two examples of fabrics by each method. (11 marks)
6.
(a)
Using examples as appropriate, briefly explain the following terms as used in the study of textile and textile products.
(i)
Spinnerette
(ii)
Carcinogerous
(iii)
Mercerization
(iv)
Sericulture
(v)
Pilling
(5 marks)

(b)
Giving your reasons in each case, identify the best type of fibre you would use for the manufacture of each of the following textile products.
(i)
Hosing and lingene
(ii)
Breast implants
(iii)
Table linen
(iv)
Carpets
(v)
Fibre blankets
(10 marks)

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