List of top Home Science Questions on Care and Maintenance of Fabrics in Institutions asked in CUET (PG)

Arrange the steps in laundering cotton garments in the correct sequence: A. Steeping B. Stiffening and blueing C. Sorting D. Washing E. Mending

Optical brighteners are common components of soaps and detergents (Assertion A). They help to make fabrics clear, clean and bright on laundering. They alter the reflectance characteristics of the fabric surface and produce a visual effect of whiteness and brightness (Reason R).

………..refers to vintage and collectible textiles in private and museum collections that require different methods of handling, cleaning and storage practices.

"Plastic bags from dry cleaners are provided as a service to avoid freshly cleaned items getting wrinkled during transportation". Rather, plastic bags should be discarded immediately after the product is brought home because:
A. Items stored in dry cleaning bags may discolor, build up static.
B. Items may trap moisture, creating mildew
C. Contains phenolic antioxidants, not intended for storage
D. Contains bleaching agents