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Question
Boojho wants to make yarn from fibre at home. Which of the following will he use to carry out the task?
Options
Powerloom
Handloom
Charkha
Knitting needles
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Solution
Charkha
Explanation:
The process of making yarn from fibres is called spinning. In this process, fibres are drawn out and twisted. This brings the fibres together to form a yarn. A simple hand operated device used for spinning is the charkha.
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