What Are Clothes Made Of?
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Purpose of Clothes
- Clothes protect us from heat, cold, rain, and injuries.
- They also make us look good and reflect our culture and traditions.
Types of Materials Used for Clothes
Natural Fibers:
- Derived from plants and animals.
Examples:
- Cotton: Comes from the cotton plant (used for soft, breathable clothes).

- Wool: Comes from sheep, goats, or camels (used for warm clothes).

- Silk: Comes from silkworms (used for shiny, smooth, and luxurious clothes).

Jute: Used for making bags and sacks.
Synthetic Fibers:

- Made by humans using chemicals.
- Examples: Nylon, Polyester, and Rayon (used for durable and waterproof clothes).
How Fabrics Are Made
- Fibers are twisted into threads or yarns.
- Yarns are woven or knitted to make fabrics.
Uses of Different Types of Clothes
- Weather-specific clothes: Woolens for winter, cotton for summer, and raincoats for the rainy season.

- Special-purpose clothes: Uniforms for schools or jobs, and traditional dresses for festivals.
Care for Clothes
- Washing and drying clothes keeps them clean and fresh.
- Store woolen clothes with mothballs to prevent damage.
Clothing Around the World

- Different countries and cultures have unique traditional clothing styles.
Importance of Recycling Clothes
- Old clothes can be reused, recycled, or donated to reduce waste and help the environment.
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