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Is white cotton clothes transparent or translucent?

White cotton clothes are typically considered to be translucent because they allow some light to pass through, but they are not completely see-through. The level of transparency can vary depending on the thickness of the fabric and whether it is stretched or layered.


Why are light colored clothes cooler to wear in the summer than dark colored clothes?

"Darker colors absorb heat whereas lighter colors reflect them."This is almost correct, however colors do not absorb anything. Colors are the result of radiations reflection. So basically, if a shirt is black that means most of the radiation (sun radiation that is hitting it) is being absorbed by it and not reflected (think of a black hole for example, and why they are "black"), therefore heating more than a white one. A white shirt means that a big part of radiation is being reflected , and therefore less absorbed. And then, cooler.Hope this was more clearLight colored clothes are cooler to wear in the summer than dark colors because lighter colors do not absorb as much heat as darker colors.


Does white clothes reflect light?

Yes, better than colored and much better than black.


How is jean blue and cotton is white?

Jean fabric is typically dyed blue using indigo dye. Cotton, being a natural fiber, is naturally white. When combined in the manufacturing process, the blue dyed jean fabric is made using white cotton fibers.


Why do white clothes keep you cool?

White clothes reflect most of the sunlight, which helps to keep you cool by preventing the absorption of heat. This reflection of light reduces the amount of heat that is transferred to your body when you are in direct sunlight. Additionally, white clothes do not absorb as much visible light, which can help to keep you cooler compared to dark-colored clothes that absorb more light and heat.

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Why did you segregate the white clothes from colored?

For basically two reasons: white clothes are bleached most of the time. But in the case where bleach isn't used, the color from the colored clothes could bleed onto the white clothes, discoloring them.


What color clothes would reflect the sun?

Light colored clothes reflect the son. Notice the long draping clothes that desert dwellers wear. Cotton and white are the most sought after.


Can you dye colored clothes white?

It is not possible to dye colored clothes white because white is the absence of color. In order to achieve a white color, the existing color would need to be stripped or bleached from the fabric, which can be damaging to the material. It is generally recommended to purchase white clothes rather than attempting to dye colored ones white.


What colored clothes did Santa Claus originally dress in?

red and white


Why do you prefer to wear clothes in summer and black in winter?

We are prefered to wear white clothes in summer because white colour is a poor absorber of heat and wear black clothes in summer because black colour is a good absorber of heat


What happens when you wear black clothes on a summer day?

We don't wear black clothes in the summer because black colour is very hot piece of clothing and white is the type of colour of clothing you should wear for summer.


What type of clothes should we wear in summer?

the following clothes are worn: cotton clothes shoes and socks light coloured clothes especially white coloured cap, hat sunglasses, goggles activities done as such following: swimming cycling playing out food eaten: ice creams watermelon mango cold drinks chocolates


Why are white clothes cooler in the summer?

White clothes reflect solar radiation hence absorb less heat so are cooler


Is purex detergent only for white clothes?

Is purex laundry detergent just for white clothes


What colour flowers do cotton plants have?

Find out yourself!


What do Jews Christians and Hindus wear at a funeral?

jews wear their traditional cap & white clothes similar to robes, while Hindus also wear white colored clothes. Christians wear black clothes however.


Is white cotton clothes transparent or translucent?

White cotton clothes are typically considered to be translucent because they allow some light to pass through, but they are not completely see-through. The level of transparency can vary depending on the thickness of the fabric and whether it is stretched or layered.