📢 Too many exams? Don’t know which one suits you best? Book Your Free Expert 👉 call Now!

    Question

    The process in which long stems of jute are bundled and

    immersed in soft water is known as
    A retting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B mesta Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C stripping Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D timbering Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Retting is a microbiological process which loosens the outer bark and makes it easier to remove the fibres from the stalk. Mesta - Mesta is a bast fibre, which grows extensively in India and in some parts of Eastern Asia. It is used as a substitute for jute. Stripping - Stripping is the process of removing the fibres from the stalk after the completion of retting. Timbering - building material of wood.

    Practice Next
    More Static GA Questions

    Relevant for Exams:

    ask-question