In terms of absorbency, calico is described as which of the following?

• A. Non-absorbent
• B. Hydrophobic
• C. Non-susceptible to moisture
• D. Excellent absorbency

Answer: (D)

Absorbency is about how readily a fabric takes in moisture. Calico is a plain-woven cotton fabric, and cotton fibers are naturally hydrophilic, attracting and holding water through capillary action and the fabric’s porous structure. This means calico soaks up moisture easily and can retain it, which matches the description of excellent absorbency. It’s not non-absorbent or hydrophobic, since those would imply moisture resistance, nor is it non-susceptible to moisture, as cotton readily absorbs water. So the best description is excellent absorbency.