Scouring is a finishing operation during the manufacture of fibre, which aims at ______________ of fibres?

Correct answer: A. Detergent solution washing

  • A. Detergent solution washing
  • B. Dyeing/colouring
  • C. Improving the stretchability
  • D. Glycol soaking

Explanation

Scouring removes oils, waxes, dirt and other impurities from fibres by washing them with a detergent or alkaline solution. It prepares the fibre for later dyeing and finishing, rather than performing the dyeing itself.

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