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What is alginate, made from seaweed, used for in textiles?

A holding fibre that dissolves when cloth is finished.

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  1. A holding fibre that dissolves when cloth is finished ✔
  2. A dye that never washes out
  3. A glue for bonding felt

Why: A water-soluble fibre known as alginate is used as a holding fibre; when the cloth is finished, the alginate is dissolved, leaving an open area.

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Answer: A holding fibre that dissolves when cloth is finished. A water-soluble fibre known as alginate is used as a holding fibre; when the cloth is finished, the alginate is dissolved, leaving an open area.

  1. Textile en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Textile
    a water-soluble fibre known as alginate is produced and is used as a holding fibre
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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