Question

B. VERY SHORT-ANSWER QUESTIONS: Give one-word answers.
1. Name one fibre each that is:
a. smooth
b. shiny
c. fluffy
2. Cotton grows best in the
soil of south India or the
3. To grow best, cotton requires
rainfall.
4.
is the rearing of silkworm for the production of silk.
5. Jute is one of the cheapest natural fibres. True or false?
6. Jute grows best in areas that get
(heavy/moderate/low) rain
7. Soaking the jute plants in water is called
FIBRE TO FABRIC • 31​

Answer 1

Answer:

silk or rayon

black soil

yes

seri culture

true

retting

Answer 2

Answer:

1st wool

2nd black soil

3rd Annual rainfall

Explanation:

Smooth: Cotton is an example of a smooth fibre. (b) Shiny: Silk is an example of a smooth fibre. (c) Fluffy: Wool is an example of a fluffy fibre.

black soil

Cotton grows best in the black soil of south India or the alluvial soil of north India.

Annual rainfall of 55-100 cm is ideal for cotton Cultivation. Rainfall during harvesting is harmful. (iii) Frost-free Days: About 180 frost-free days are the bottom-line for cotton cultivation