Question

Question 5

Wool fibre cannot be obtained from which of the following?
(a) Goat
(b) Llama
(c) Alpaca
(d) Moth

Answer 1

Correct answer (d)

A moth is another name of silkworm which is reared for production of silk.

silk moths have been raised for thousands of years .Their cocoons are used to make silk fibres.Hence wool cannot be obtained by it.

Explanation for incorrect options -

(a) Cashmere wool fiber is obtained from cashmere goats.

(b) Llama fiber has good weight to warmth ratio and is lightweight.

(c) Alpaca fiber is a natural fiber and is very soft and durable and less prone to pilling effect.