Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Jute and Hemp are bast fibres and have to be obtained after retting.
2. Hemp and jute are coarser fibres and are mostly used for making gunny bags and ropes.
3. Jute fibre is weak in dry state.
4. In moist environment, jute takes up 23% moisture. In dry environment it has 6% moisture.
Select the correct answer

What is the aim of textile industry?

A. To serve the clothing requirements

B. To provide shelter to the people

C. To promote happiness among people

D. To bring in social revolution

Why cotton towel is used by the people?

A. Because of the softness

B. Because of absorbency

C. Because of durability

D. Because of elasticity

Cotton, linen, silk and wool are examples of

A. synthetic fibres

B. natural fibres

C. blended fibres

D. man-made fibres

Cotton is stronger when it is wet. This is because of

A. the presence of water, which promotes a more uniform distribution of stresses across and along the cellulose layer

B. its being hydrophilic in nature

C. its crystalling fibre arrangement

D. All of the above