Cotton

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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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

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 cotton and where does it grow?Cotton is a fluffy plant from the Gossypium family. It grows best in warm, sunny places with plenty of water, like tropical and subtropical regions.
2. Why is cotton so good for clothes?Cotton is soft, breathable, and absorbs water well. It is also hypoallergenic, making it comfy to wear.

Ginning: The mechanical process of separating cotton fibers from seeds and other debris.
Staple Length: The average length of cotton fibers, a key determinant of yarn quality and fabric characteristics.
Sustainable Cotton: Cotton grown using methods that reduce environmental impact and improve social and economic conditions for farmers.