Question

A piece of fabric was brought near the flame of a candle. it burned like paper and formed ashes. which type of fiber do you think it is.
plant fiber or animal fiber or synthetic fiber.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Fabric Identification is done with a simple fabric burn test or fiber burn test. Flammability testing, Flammability Test is best to know the identification of fabric.

To recognize the composition of fabrics by the burning test ,the sample of fibre, yarn of fabric should be moved slowly towards a small flame and the reaction to heat carefully observed .One end of the sample should be put directly into flame to determine its burning rate and characteristics. The burning odour should be noted and the characteristics of the ash such as amount ,form, hardness and colour should be examined.

Answer 2

Answer:

I think synthetic fibre..

ex.- artificial silk

( I guess so)