Cotton pad

High school (ages 12+)
Everyday Life

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/cotton-pad

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the material origin?Derived from the cellulose fibers of the cotton plant
2. What is the primary functional properties?High absorbency, softness, and capillary action
3. Why are cotton pads soft and absorbent?Cotton fibers are natural cellulose that can soak up liquids. They are carded and pressed to make a uniform, soft pad that can absorb quickly. The many tiny fibers create a large surface area for soaking.
4. How do cotton pads help after a blood draw?After a blood draw, a cotton pad is pressed onto the puncture spot. It pulls blood away and helps the tiny blood vessel seal. The pad also keeps the area clean and reduces infection risk.

Cellulose Fibers: Natural, plant-based materials that form the structural component of cotton.
Hemostasis: The process of stopping bleeding, often achieved by forming a blood clot.
Hydrophilic: Having a strong affinity for water; readily absorbing or dissolving in water.