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5 properties of cotton

Updated: 8/10/2023
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Cotton fibers can be broken down into six components. Cotton is made up of cellulose (80-90%), water (8-9%), waxes and fats (0.5-1%), proteins (0-1.5%), hemicellulose and pectins (4-6%), and ash (1-1.8%).

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The absorption property of cotton is said to be about 27 times its weight. The moisture absorption is estimated to be about at 8%.Ê

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14y ago

It is soft, breathable, absorbent, cool and strong.

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The chemical properties of cotton are quite manner since it is a natural cellulose fiber. It contains, ash, protein , cellulose, resistance to alkalis and so much more.

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They keep the black man down! and they feel good on crotch ;)

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11y ago

moisture of cotton yarn

moisture of polyester

moisture of jute

moisture of wool

moisture of nylon

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