Activity 3.6 - Innovation in the clothing industry

Learning Aims:

Students learn that the processing of textiles leads to different membranes which have different properties. Furthermore, membranes can undergo other treatments in order to show specific properties.
Materials:

Worksheet 7

corresponding Tasks:

  1. Find out about the underlying principle. Explain it. You may paint a model to explain the steps. (Search the internet for material and information)
  2. List pros and cons regarding the application/ usage of such chemicals or silver. Are there alternatives? Evaluate this new innovation. Take into consideration these various aspects regarding this topic.
Suggestions for use:
  • Students should work in teams to compare the statements and work on the two tasks with the given worksheet.
  • Students can use their knowledge they gained in biology lessons.
  • Finally, students should present their ideas and evaluation.