Fibre Production for Everyday Life
Investigate how natural fibres like wool, cotton, and timber are grown, harvested, and turned into clothing and materials.
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Investigate how natural fibres like wool, cotton, and timber are grown, harvested, and turned into clothing and materials.
Key Questions
- Where do the materials for our clothes and furniture come from?
- How is raw cotton or wool transformed into usable fabric?
- What are the environmental impacts of harvesting different fibres?
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