| Date | May 2019 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 19M.1.SL.TZ0.21 |
| Level | SL | Paper | 1 | Time zone | no time zone |
| Command term | Question number | 21 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Natural textile fibres are animal and plant based. Which of the following are properties of natural fibres?
A. High absorbency: Burns with a flame, but does not melt
B. Low absorbency: Melts when heated
C. High absorbency: Melts when heated
D. Low absorbency: Burns with a flame, but does not melt
Markscheme
A
Examiners report
[N/A]
Syllabus sections
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22M.2.SL.TZ0.2b:
List two properties that enable rope to maintain its strength.
- 18N.1.SL.TZ0.14: Figure 4 shows someone wearing cycling shorts. The shorts mould to the user’s body and...
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22M.2.SL.TZ0.2a:
Outline why fibres are important for the strength and flexibility of the rope.
- 19N.1.SL.TZ0.20: Which textile manufacturing process uses multiple loops of yarn called stitches to create...
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18M.1.SL.TZ0.18:
Modern sportswear often advertises its technical capabilities, such as wicking properties, see Figure 6.
Figure 6: Modern sportswear
[Source: Todor Tsvetkov / iStockphoto]
What material is best suited for this application?
A. Silk
B. Cotton
C. Polyester
D. Wool
- 20N.1.SL.TZ0.18: Which fibre has the following properties? Absorbent Slow to dry Cool to wear on the...
