What is a smart textile?
fabric that has electronic functions like sensing or lighting.
What is one challenge of recycling smart textiles?
It’s hard to separate the plastic and metal parts.
What materials are used in plastic metal textile electronics?
Plastic fibers and conductive metals like silver or copper.
Can plastic and metal be recycled together easily?
No, they need to be separated first.
Give one example of a smart wearable device.
A fitness shirt that tracks heart rate.
Name one metal commonly used in textile electronics.
Silver
Why are metal fibers used in smart fabrics?
Because they conduct electricity.
Why is recycling smart clothes important?
To reduce electronic waste and save materials.