Question

Choose the correct statement:

Statement I: Dry cleaning uses water and detergent to clean delicate fabrics, ensuring that they are thoroughly washed without causing damage.

Statement II: Dry cleaning employs chemical solvents instead of water, making it suitable for fabrics that might shrink, distort, or get damaged with traditional washing methods.

Options

• Statement I is true, and Statement II is false.

• Statement I is false, and Statement II is true.

• Both Statements I and II are true.

• Both Statements I and II are false.

Answer 1

Statement I is false, and Statement II is true.

Explanation:

Statement I is false because dry cleaning is a water-free laundering process that never uses regular water or household laundry detergents. Statement II is entirely true because it relies on specialised liquid chemical solvents instead of water to dissolve grease and dirt. Because these solvents do not cause fabric fibres to swell or shrink, the process is highly suitable for delicate, water-sensitive textiles such as silk and wool.