Top 5 facts about Wool


Special Coverage:(Top 5 Series) as we all know Wool is the textile fiber 
obtained from sheep and other animals,including cashmere and mohair
from goats, qiviut from muskoxen, angora from rabbits, and other types
of wool from came lids. Wool mainly consists of protein together with a
few percent lipids. In this regard it is chemically quite distinct from the
more dominant textile, cotton, which is mainly cellulose. But, did you
know? It has many advantages for your health.

1)    Australia produces the most wool in the world at a staggering 284,000 tonnes a year.

2)    Wool has natural fire resistance, soundproofing,climate control and energy efficiency.

3)    Wool is not only reusable but also biodegradable.

4)    Sheep wool has an incredible natural UV protection built right in. The same cannot be said for manmade fabrics.

5)    Wool is naturally mildew and mold resistant because it is natural moisture repellent.


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