In Year 9 Textiles we have been learning about different fabrics. We did an experiment to see how the fabric would react when set on fire. We learned that petroleum-based fabrics, such as polyester, satin and tulle melt and create a smelly black smoke. We found that plant-based fabrics, such as cotton, hemp and linen acted like paper when burnt. We also tested animal-based fabrics, such as wool and silk, which had a strong smell that was similar to burning hair.

Jackson Fudge and Eloise Cowin