Question

Explain the steps of processing of fibre into wool?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Shearing: The tleece of the sheep along with a thin layer of skin is removed from its body.

Scouring: The sheared skin with hair is thoroughly washed in tanks to remove grease, dust and dirt.

Sorting: The hairy skin is sent to a factory where hair of different textures are separated or sorted.

Answer 2

Answer:

The various steps for processing fibres into wool are as follows:

• Shearing: The tleece of the sheep along with a thin layer of skin is removed from its body.

• Scouring: The sheared skin with hair is thoroughly washed in tanks to remove grease, dust and dirt.

• Sorting: The hairy skin is sent to a factory where hair of different textures are separated or sorted.

• The small fluffy fibres, called burrs, are picked out from the hair.

• The fibres can be dyed in various colours, as the natural fleece of sheep and goats is black, brown or white.

• The fibres are straightened, combed and rolled into yarn.