animal fiber
Silk or cashmere
Animal fiber is fiber derived from animals, typically hair, fur, or secretions.
Wool comes from sheep, cashmere from goats, silk from silkworm cocoons.
The term distinguishes these materials from plant fibers like cotton or synthetic fibers like polyester.
Animal fibers are prized in textiles for warmth and texture.
- woolSheared animal fiber
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- silk wormMoth caterpillar producing fine fiber
- cashmereFine goat-derived textile
- mohairAngora goat fiber
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natural vs. synthetic production
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Chemically produced textile strand
man-made fiber · polyester · nylon · acrylic · rayon
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