Drying Clothes (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What are the two ways that clothes can be dried?
What are the two ways that clothes can be dried?
Naturally or using a tumble drier
Which is an advantage of tumble drying?
Which is an advantage of tumble drying?
Quick and convenient
What effect does tumble drying have on towels?
What effect does tumble drying have on towels?
Keeps them soft and fluffy
When is tumble drying ideal?
When is tumble drying ideal?
In poor weather
What is a disadvantage of tumble drying?
What is a disadvantage of tumble drying?
Uses a lot of energy
Which fabric is given as an example of one that can shrink in a tumble drier?
Which fabric is given as an example of one that can shrink in a tumble drier?
Wool
What can happen to synthetic fabrics if they are over-dried?
What can happen to synthetic fabrics if they are over-dried?
They can turn grey
Why does tumble drying contribute to environmental impact?
Why does tumble drying contribute to environmental impact?
High energy use
Why should you shake out clothes before tumble drying?
Why should you shake out clothes before tumble drying?
To reduce creases
What heat setting should be used for delicate fabrics?
What heat setting should be used for delicate fabrics?
Low heat
When should clothes be removed from the tumble drier?
When should clothes be removed from the tumble drier?
When slightly damp
Why should clothes be air-dried where possible?
Why should clothes be air-dried where possible?
To save energy