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Other links at Textiles and Nonwovens > Fibers > Natural > Resources > Articles and Studies > Cotton |
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Washed Cotton: A Review and Recommendations
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Comprehensive summary of recent research on batch kier washing of raw cotton, and recommendations regarding prevention strategies for dust control involving washed cotton. From the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
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The Great Cotton-Rag Myth
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Short article about the controversy over what natural fibers were traditionally used in the manufacture of paper. Author: Ellen McCrady.
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Cotton Classification Results
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Explanation of High Volume Instrument (HVI) cotton fiber measurements for classification according to color grade, fiber length, micronaire, and strength, and color, trash and length uniformity. From the US Department of Agriculture.
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Cotton - The Perennial Patriot
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Short article about the importance and influence of cotton cultivation and processing in the North American society since early seventeenth century. From the National Cotton Council of America.
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Cellulose
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Short description of the chemical composition of cellulose, focused on the papermaking process.
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