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Understanding the Different Types of Wool Yarn and Micron Measurement
Wool yarn comes in different types, often labeled as Super 100s, 120s, 140s, and so on. These numbers refer to the fineness of the wool fibers used to make the yarn, which is measured in microns. A micron is a unit of measurement that is used to measure the diameter of individual wool fibers. For example, Super 100s wool is made from fibers that are 18.5 microns in diameter or finer, while Super 200s wool is made from fibers that are 12.5 microns in diameter or finer. This means that Super 200s wool is much finer and softer than Super...