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What is the coat of wool covering a sheep called?

The coat of wool covering a sheep is called fleece. It is sheared off the sheep's body annually for various uses such as clothing, blankets, and textiles.


Why is wool on clay sheep called chia?

Chia is a word for wool on clay sheep. It is a type of covering that is designated for clay decorations.


Why do sheep have wool as a body covering?

so they can keep warm in the cold blistering winters


Why doesn't sheep shrink?

AnswerRain water isn't hot. Sheep have lanolin all over the fleece to prevent it from getting really wet. The natural oils prevent the wool fibers from 'snagging' with other fibers. Sheep's wool is much looser then the tight knits used in threads to make material.AnswerNo, sheep do not shrink in the rain. Sheep secrete what is called Lanolin, this substance covers the wool and creates a waterproof covering over the wool. Wool is not subject to shrinking until it is woven tightly and free from the Sheep's source of Lanolin.AnswerBecause they are flesh and blood, not made out of wool. And wool only shrinks if it is woven tightly together into fabric. Sheep also secrete a substance, called lanolin, which covers the wool and makes it waterproof.AnswerThey don't shrink until after you've thrown them in the dryer.


What year of Chinese zodiac for sign of sheep?

According to the Chinese Zodiac the years of the Sheep are: 1907: Fire Sheep 1919: Earth Sheep 1931: Metal Sheep 1943: Water Sheep 1955: Wood Sheep 1967: Fire Sheep 1979: Earth Sheep 1991: Metal Sheep 2003: Water Sheep 2015: Wood Sheep 2027: Fire Sheep 2039: Earth Sheep