SCIENCE
CHEMISTRY
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Question
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the industry prefers to keep the textiles in refrigerated transportation
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excessive consumption of non-renewable fuel
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Textile production units is generally close to the the consumer point
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none of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -After long exposure to humidity, different fabrics may be damaged and unsuitable for further use. The vehicle or container used for the transportation of clothes is therefore required to be equipped appropriately to ensure the optimal level of humidity for the specific cargo.
Detailed explanation-2: -The textiles industry relies mostly on non-renewable resources – 98 million tonnes in total per year – including oil to produce synthetic fibres, fertilisers to grow cotton, and chemicals to produce, dye, and finish fibres and textiles.
Detailed explanation-3: -The main environmental problems caused by the textile industry include water pollution, air pollution and solid waste pollution.
Detailed explanation-4: -Sustainable practices in textile industry include using less amounts of water, hazardous chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers; adopting eco-friendly production processes; using less energy for production processes; and introducing 3 Rs-Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.