Question

Match the LIST-I with LIST-II

List-I (Fabric Finishes)	List-II (Descriptions)
A. Calendering	I. Fabric is applied with caustic soda to give cotton fabric a silky luster and beautiful surface
B. Schreinerizing	II. Design on the surface of the fabric is created through engraved rollers
C. Mercerising	III. It is an ironing process
D. Embossing	IV. The fabric is pressed between the steel rollers engraved with fine lines

• A. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• B. A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
• C. A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
• D. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

Hint:

Fabric finishing processes like calendering, mercerizing, and embossing improve both the aesthetic and functional properties of textiles.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

- Calendering (A) is the process of pressing fabric between rollers to achieve smoothness and luster (I).
- Schreinerizing (B) creates fine patterns on the fabric surface using engraved rollers (II).
- Mercerizing (C) is an ironing process that improves the fabric's luster and strength (III).
- Embossing (D) uses engraved rollers to create a design or pattern on the fabric surface (IV).