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Take the Fabric Identification QC Assessment Quiz

Evaluate Your Textile Quality Control Skills

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Ready to dive into fabric QC? This Fabric Identification QC Assessment Quiz puts textile identification skills to the test with real-world scenarios and multiple-choice questions. Ideal for quality control trainees and textile enthusiasts, you'll sharpen your eye for weave patterns, fiber types, and defect spotting. Just like the Color Identification Quiz or our Plant Identification Quiz, you can customize questions freely in our editor to suit your learning goals. Explore more quizzes to build your expertise across diverse identification challenges.

Which of the following fabrics is a natural cellulose fiber known for its softness and breathability?
Cotton
Nylon
Acrylic
Polyester
Cotton is a natural cellulose fiber prized for its softness and breathability. The other options are synthetic fibers or non-cellulose natural fibers.
Which weave structure is characterized by each warp yarn crossing over one filling yarn and then under the next?
Plain weave
Twill weave
Satin weave
Knit weave
Plain weave follows an over-one, under-one pattern, creating a simple interlacement. Twill and satin have longer floats, and knit uses loops rather than interlacing.
What visual feature distinguishes a twill weave from other basic weaves?
Shiny smooth surface
Loose unstructured loops
Mesh-like holes
Diagonal ribs or lines across the fabric face
Twill weave creates distinctive diagonal ribs due to its offset interlacing. A shiny surface suggests satin, mesh holes might indicate leno or mesh, and loops are typical of knits.
Which of the following is a synthetic fiber?
Linen
Silk
Cotton
Polyester
Polyester is a man-made synthetic fiber produced from petrochemicals. Silk, linen, and cotton are natural fibers from animal or plant sources.
Which instrument is most appropriate for accurately measuring fabric thickness in a QC inspection?
Ruler
Thermometer
Micrometer
Scale
A micrometer provides precise thickness measurements of fabrics. A ruler lacks the precision, a thermometer measures temperature, and a scale measures weight.
In fabric QC, what does GSM stand for and measure?
Grams per seam meter, seam strength
Grams per stitch meter, stitch size
Grams per sample meter, fiber diameter
Grams per square meter, fabric weight
GSM stands for grams per square meter and indicates the weight of the fabric. It is a common metric for comparing fabric weights.
During inspection, a 'missing end' defect refers to which of the following?
Discoloration from dye contamination
Excess yarn causing a loop on fabric surface
Irregular thick spot due to yarn entanglement
Absence of a warp yarn resulting in a visible gap
A missing end defect is the absence of a warp yarn, creating a longitudinal gap in woven fabric. The other options describe different defect types.
In a satin weave construction, each warp yarn floats over how many filling yarns to achieve characteristic luster?
Two filling yarns
Four filling yarns
One filling yarn
Seven filling yarns
Typical satin weaves use floats of four yarns to create a smooth, lustrous face. Shorter floats reduce luster, and longer floats are less common in basic satin.
Which instrument is used to detect subtle color shade variations during fabric inspection?
Micrometer
Tensile tester
Spectrophotometer
Air permeability tester
A spectrophotometer measures precise color values and detects small shade differences. The other instruments assess physical rather than color properties.
What is the primary cause of pilling in fabrics?
Short fiber ends that protrude and entangle
Excessive dye concentration on surface
Incorrect steam pressure in finishing
Overly tight stitches creating loops
Pilling forms when short or broken fiber ends work to the fabric surface and entangle into small balls. Dye issues and finishing parameters do not directly cause pilling.
During a burn test, what smell indicates the fabric is made of silk?
Plastic odor
Sweet chemical
Burning hair
No smell
Silk is a protein fiber that smells like burning hair when ignited. Synthetics usually smell like burning plastic or chemicals.
A fabric sample shows high tenacity in a tensile test. What does this indicate?
The fabric is highly breathable
The fabric has poor tear resistance
The fabric stretches easily under low force
The fabric can withstand high tensile forces before breaking
High tenacity refers to a fabric's high breaking strength under tension. It does not imply elasticity, tear behavior, or breathability.
How does an increase in thread count generally affect fabric properties?
Causes fabric to become more elastic
Increases fabric strength and smoothness but may reduce breathability
Decreases fabric weight significantly
Eliminates the need for finishing processes
Higher thread count fabrics are denser and smoother, offering greater strength but reduced air permeability. Thread count does not affect elasticity directly nor finish requirements.
Among natural fibers, which has the highest moisture regain, making it good for insulation?
Hemp
Cotton
Wool
Silk
Wool can absorb over 30% moisture by weight, outperforming cotton, silk, and hemp, which makes it an excellent insulator.
Under a microscope, how do natural fibers typically differ from synthetic fibers?
Natural fibers have consistent diameter, synthetics vary irregularly
Natural fibers glow under UV, synthetics do not
Natural fibers are completely straight, synthetics are twisted
Natural fibers show irregular surface and cross-section, synthetics appear smooth and uniform
Natural fibers exhibit variations and irregularities in shape and surface; synthetic fibers are extruded to uniform dimensions and smooth surfaces.
A fabric sample has a measured shrinkage of 5% after washing. Which QC parameter does this relate to?
Tensile strength
Dimensional stability
Colorfastness
Cover factor
Dimensional stability quantifies the fabric's tendency to shrink or grow when subjected to wet processing. Tensile strength, colorfastness, and cover factor are unrelated to shrinkage.
Which defect classification does a 'slub' yarn fault belong to in woven fabrics?
Surface abrasion from processing
Color variation due to dye streak
Missing filling yarn causing hole
Irregular thick spot in yarn due to spinning fault
Slubs are thick, uneven spots in yarn resulting from spinning irregularities. They are not weaving holes, abrasion marks, or dye streaks.
In QC reporting, what does the fabric cover factor quantify?
The proportion of fabric surface covered by yarns
The air permeability rate
The weight variation across width
The tensile strength per unit width
Cover factor measures how much area of the fabric is covered by warp and weft yarns, indicating openness or density. It does not measure strength, air flow, or weight variation.
For outdoor upholstery, which fiber is preferred due to its superior UV resistance?
Olefin (polypropylene)
Viscose
Rayon
Acetate
Olefin resists UV degradation and moisture, making it ideal for outdoor applications. Rayon, acetate, and viscose degrade quickly under UV exposure.
A herringbone pattern is a variation of which basic weave?
Satin weave
Twill weave
Plain weave
Basket weave
Herringbone is a broken twill where the diagonal rib direction reverses periodically. It remains a form of twill rather than satin, plain, or basket weaves.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify common fabric types by texture and pattern
  2. Analyze weave structures under QC assessment criteria
  3. Evaluate fabric quality based on standard parameters
  4. Distinguish between natural and synthetic textiles
  5. Apply proper inspection techniques in fabric QC
  6. Interpret test results for confident material selection

Cheat Sheet

  1. Recognize Common Fabric Types by Texture and Pattern - Hop on a tactile treasure hunt: cuddle cotton for its soft, breathable hug; glide your fingers over lustrous silk; and feel the cozy warmth of wool. Mastering these sensory clues lets you ID fabrics in a snap. Explore top fabric assessment techniques
  2. Analyze Weave Structures Under QC Assessment Criteria - Peek under the microscope at plain, twill, and satin weaves and see how each pattern shapes fabric strength and drape. Spot those diagonal twill lines for durability or that glossy satin sheen for luxury. Dive into weave structure analysis
  3. Evaluate Fabric Quality Based on Standard Parameters - Measure thread count, weight, and tensile strength like a quality detective. Remember: a high thread count hints at fineness, but yarn quality and weave pattern finish the story. Unpack fabric quality parameters
  4. Distinguish Between Natural and Synthetic Textiles - Natural fibers such as cotton and wool breathe and biodegrade, while synthetics like polyester and nylon boast wrinkle resistance and extra toughness. Balancing comfort with performance is your secret weapon. Compare natural vs. synthetic fibers
  5. Apply Proper Inspection Techniques in Fabric QC - Level up your inspection game with the 4-point system: assign penalty points for each defect's size and severity so quality always stays on point. No more guesswork - just solid QC standards. Master the 4-point inspection method
  6. Interpret Test Results for Confident Material Selection - Crunch numbers on tensile strength and shrinkage rates to choose fabrics that won't let you down. Understanding test data ensures your final product dazzles in durability and fit. Decode fabric test results
  7. Understand the Impact of Weave Structure on Fabric Properties - From the flow of drape to the sheen of a surface, weave choices set the stage. Satin weaves bring glossy elegance, while plain weaves deliver classic strength. Discover how weave shapes fabric
  8. Master the Calculation of Cover Factor in Weave Estimation - Crunch the cover factor to gauge how tightly yarns hug the surface - vital for design precision and performance. Learn the math behind thread density and yarn thickness for unbeatable fabric insight. Learn cover factor calculations
  9. Identify and Assess Fabric Defects During Inspection - Keep an eye out for slubs, misweaves, snags, and holes - each tells a story about production hiccups. Spot and grade these flaws to guarantee top-notch quality. Spot common fabric defects
  10. Comprehend the Role of Yarn Count in Fabric Quality - Yarn count reveals thickness: higher counts yield smooth, fine fabrics, while lower counts give a cozy, rustic feel. Balance count with material type to engineer your perfect textile. Explore yarn count essentials
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