Question

Provide an explanation for why the indigo dye did not adhere to the different fibers in your test fabric. You will need to do a little bit of outside research on what chemicals make up some of the fibers. You may also need to do some research on intermolecular forces and why some interactions are stronger than others. Please make your explanation at least 500 words in two or more paragraphs. At least one in-text citation is required along with a list of your source(s) in your preferred citation style (MLA, APA, ACS, Chicago Style, etc.).

Answer 1

Due to lack of bonds.

Step-by-step explanation:

The indigo dye did not adhere to the different fibers because the indigo dye did not make bonds with the fiber, it only attached to it physically for temporary period of time. The reduced state is also necessary for indigo because indigo cannot dissolve in water, but when it is reduced it can soluble and able to get inside a fiber to make physical bond with the fiber. Some interactions are stronger than others because of the presence of strong bond between the two different materials so strong bonding makes the materials to attach with each other for a long period of time or permanently.