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It is used in the knitting and craft industry as a cheaper alternative to real wool. However that is only a small area of use - it would not be referred to in that way in other fields.
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Can you get man made wool?
Yes you can its called acrylic
What are some examples of natural material and artificial material?
* cotton * silk * hemp * burlap * wool * rayon * polyester * acrylic * spandex * plastic
Is acrylic clothing warm to wear?
Acrylic favbrics are totally artificial. They will keep you warm, but you will probably sweat more because it doesen't let your skin breathe as it would covered with natural material such as cotton or wool.
What is artificial wool?
Artificial wool is 'wool' made from other than animal fleece.
Which fiber resembles wool?
acrylic
What is a Knot in wool called?
wool is made from wool. the clue is in the name. however you can knit with yarn made from alpaca, silk, angora, cotton, bamboo, banana, acrylic, polyester, dog hair (yes really) etc etc
What is the proper name for synthetic wool?
acrylic fibre
What manufactured fiber best imitates wool?
The answer is Acrylic you can find it in the Clothing fashion, fabrics, & construction textbook on page 208
What is magna wool?
Magna wool is a blend of acrylic, nylon, and wool in percentages of 35, 35, and 30 respectively. It originated from Italy.
What is acro wool?
Acro wool is a fabric combination of wool and acrylic. The fabric is usually used in clothing that is meant to be raining retardant.
Is an acrylic sweater as good as wool?
Wool is a natural fiber that is warmer than acrylics. Acrylic yarn is made from plastics. It traps the heat of your body and makes you sweat a lot while not really keeping you warm from winter winds. Wool comes from sheep. It is a natural insulator. It keeps you warm while allowing the skin to breathe. It wicks moisture away from your body. Wool keeps your skin warm even when wet.
What material are socks made of?
Wool, or cotton, or acrylic, or a mixture of those.
