Wool
Wool
Wool (pronunciation: /wʊl/) is a textile fiber obtained from sheep and other animals, including cashmere from goats, mohair from goats, qiviut from muskoxen, and angora from rabbits.
Etymology
The term "wool" is derived from the Old English word "wull", which is related to the Dutch word "wol" and the German word "wolle".
Medical Uses
Wool has several medical uses. It is often used in medical dressings due to its ability to absorb large amounts of moisture. It is also used in the production of orthopedic devices, such as casts and splints, due to its cushioning properties. Wool is also used in the production of thermal insulation materials, which are used to maintain body temperature in medical settings.
Related Terms
- Sheep: The animal from which wool is most commonly obtained.
- Textile: A flexible material consisting of a network of natural or artificial fibers.
- Orthopedic cast: A shell, frequently made from plaster or fiberglass, that encases a limb to stabilize and hold anatomical structures.
- Thermal insulation: The reduction of heat transfer between objects in thermal contact or in range of radiative influence.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wool
- Wikipedia's article - Wool
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