What is retting of fibre ?
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The term "retting" is generally referred to as "separation". And in this case, the term "retting of fibres" is being referred to as the process of separation of fibres from stalks of plants that are used in the process of manufacturing of fibres.
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- Retting of fibres is done with the help of Clostridium butyricum, a bacteria which shows water inhibiting actions.
- Examples of cases where retting of fibres is done are as follows-
- Jute
- Sunn hemp
- Linum (flax), etc.
- Flavouring of tobacco leaves is done with the help of a bacteria named Bacillus megatherium.
- Curing of leaves of tea is done by a bacteria named Mycococcus condisans.
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