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Color Fastness refers to the resistance of a textile to change in its color or to the transfer of its colors to adjacent materials. It's applied via various tests that expose the textile to conditions like wash, light, and friction.

Tensile Strength is a measure of the force required to pull something such as rope, wire, or a structural beam to the point where it breaks. In textile, it's applied to determine the strength of yarn and fabric.

Light Fastness is the resistance of a textile's color to fading or running when exposed to light. Applied in quality control by exposing the fabric to artificial light sources to simulate prolonged exposure to sunlight.

Yarn Evenness is the uniformity in the thickness of a yarn along its length. It's applied in quality control by using tools like capacitive evenness testers to detect irregularities.

Pilling is the formation of small, fuzzy balls on the surface of a textile, caused by abrasion in wear. Applied in quality control by using tests like the Martindale Abrasion Tester to assess susceptibility.

Flammability is the measure of how easily a fabric can ignite and continue to burn. It's applied in quality control by subjecting fabric samples to specific flammability tests.

Moisture Management refers to the ability of a textile to transport moisture away from the body, affecting comfort. It's applied using tests that measure wicking, absorption, and drying rates.

Anti-Pilling refers to a fabric's resistance to the formation of small fabric balls (pills) on the surface. Applied in quality control using specific anti-pilling tests like the Random Tumble Pilling Test.

Warp and Weft are the two basic components used in weaving to turn thread or yarn into fabric. Applied in quality control by ensuring the correct tension and alignment is maintained for structural integrity.

Bursting Strength is the measure of the force required to rupture or puncture a fabric. It's applied in textile engineering by testing with instruments like the Mullen tester.

Elongation at Break is the strain on a fabric sample at the moment of rupture during a tensile test, expressed as a percentage of the original length. Applied by stretching fabric specimens until they break.

Shrinkage is the percentage of reduction in the dimensions of a textile or garment after washing and/or drying. It's applied in quality control by pre-treating fabrics and providing care instructions to minimize the effect.

Grams Per Square Meter (GSM) is the metric measurement of the weight of a fabric, which influences quality, feel, and drape. It's applied using a small cutting of fabric weighed on precise scales.

Stitch Density refers to the number of stitches per unit area in a fabric. It's applied in quality control to assess the construction and strength of knitted or woven textiles.

Fabric Drape refers to the way a fabric hangs and falls. It's applied in quality control by assessing the softness or rigidity of fabric, affecting its suitability for various garments or decorations.

Abrasion Resistance is the ability of a fabric to withstand surface wear from rubbing. It's applied by conducting standardized tests, such as the Taber Abrasion Test, to predict the garment's durability.

Dimensional Stability indicates a fabric's ability to maintain its original dimensions through use and care cycles. It's applied in quality control through repeated laundering tests to assess size changes.

Whiteness Index is a measure that indicates the degree of whiteness of a fabric, important for textiles that are expected to have a bright white appearance. Applied in quality control using spectrophotometers.

Twist Per Inch (TPI) is the number of twists in one inch of yarn. It's applied in quality control to determine yarn strength, elasticity, and potential pilling.