Question

Which of the following terms refers to the density of knitted fabric measured by the weight of the given fabric?

• A. Ends per Inch (EPI)
• B. Picks per Inch (PPI)
• C. Grams per Square Metre (GSM)
• D. Thread Count

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Grams per Square Metre (GSM) refers to the density of a fabric, measured by its weight. It indicates the weight of the fabric in grams for a square meter area, which is used to determine the fabric's density.

Other options:

• Ends per Inch (EPI): Refers to the number of yarn ends (threads) per inch in a woven fabric.
• Picks per Inch (PPI): Refers to the number of picks (weft threads) per inch in a woven fabric.
• Thread Count: Refers to the number of threads woven into a fabric in one square inch, but it is usually used in the context of woven fabrics and not as a direct measure of density.

The correct answer is (C): Grams per Square Metre (GSM).

Answer 2

Grams per Square Metre (GSM) is a unit used to measure the density of knitted or woven fabrics by the weight of the fabric per square meter. It indicates the fabric’s thickness and weight. EPI and PPI measure the number of threads in woven fabrics, while thread count is also a measure for woven fabrics.