Question

Angora wool is obtained from--
A) Sheep
B) Camel
C) Angora rabbits
D) Yak

Answer 1

Hint: The other name of wool is animal skin fibre.
The name of angora wool is related to the animal from which it is obtained.

Complete Answer:
A) Sheep- Pulled wool is obtained from sheep. Pulled wool is also called skin wool. Wool of sheep is categorized into four categories -a)fine wool b)medium wool c)rough wool d)hair type of wool. Sheep is the main producer of wool.
B) Camel- The wool which is obtained from camel generally called camel hair. Camel hair normally used to produce a jacket, gloves etc
C) Angora rabbits - Angora wool is obtained from angora rabbits. Angora wool is very soft and colourful. Angora rabbits can regenerate skin hair every three months. Mixing with sheep wool makes it more effective and durable.
D) Yak- wool of yak commonly known as yak fibre.Production of wool of yak depends on sex and seasons. There are three types of yak fibre: a) rough fibre b) mid type fibre c) down type fibre.

So, the answer is an option- C.

Note:
- Wool is composed of keratin protein.
- Wool made of Protein substance is weaker and more hazardous to chemical damage and adverse environmental situation than the plant fibre which is made of cellulose.
- Wool fibre has excellent adherence for dyestuff.
- Wool is a conductor of heat.
- Angora wool generally used to make up winter clothes.
- Hollow core effect found in angora wool.