Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The physical structure of asbestos makes it very difficult to open into yarns because it lacks in length and cohesiveness.
2. Asbestos is used for padding for laundry presses, belting for conveying hot materials, brake-lining and in clothes such as gloves and aprons.
3. Asbestos fibres are 3/8¹¹ to 3/4¹¹ in length.
4. Asbestos occurs as veins or strips in rocks.
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