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Fiber Microscopy Identification
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Hemp
Long, strong fibers with a rough texture and a knot-like appearance.
Acrylic
Irregular, crimped surface with a variable cross-section that mimics wool.
Rayon
Smoother, shinier than cotton with a serrated edge in cross-section.
Jute
Visible dislocations or 'knots' along the length with a polygonal cross-section often showing a central canal.
Lyocell
Similar in appearance to rayon and cotton but with a more rounded cross-section and fewer striations.
Silk
Long, smooth, cylindrical fiber with a triangular cross-section.
Bamboo
Smooth, round, and hollow in cross-section, with evidence of longitudinal striations.
Ramie
Clear longitudinal striations and a fine, silky appearance with a polygonal cross-section.
Cotton
Flat, twisted ribbon-like shape with irregular edges.
Wool
Scales on the fiber surface and a medulla present.
Spandex
Smooth, segmented polyurethane with a clear appearance under the microscope.
Linen
Resembles a bamboo stalk with nodes and a polygonal cross-section.
Polyester
Smooth surface with a shaped cross-section depending on the fiber type.
Nylon
Smooth, shiny surface with a round or bean-shaped cross-section.
Polypropylene
Thermoplastic with a smooth texture and frequently a trilobal cross-section.
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