Project on using natural dyes to colour fabrics

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Questions 1 – 4:

Choose the correct letter, AB or C.

Project on using natural dyes to colour fabrics

1What first inspired Jim to choose this project?

A.

B.

C.

2Jim eventually decided to do a practical investigation which involved

A.

B.

C.

3When doing his experiments, Jim was surprised by

A.

B.

C.

4What problem did Jim have with using tartrazine as a fabric dye?

A.

B.

C.

Questions 5 – 10:

What problem is identified with each of the following natural dyes?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 5 - 10

Problems

    It is expensive.

B     The colour is too strong.

C     The colour is not long-lasting.

D     It is very poisonous.

E     It can damage the fabric.

F     The colour may be unexpected.

G     It is unsuitable for some fabrics.

H     It is not generally available

Natural dyes

5
turmeric

6
beetroot

7
Tyrian purple

8
logwood

9
cochineal

10
metal oxide