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2012-11-13T12:09:34

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2012-11-13T14:09:39

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n2:300239669

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mercerizing

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300379924

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mercerized mercerization mercerisation

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Treatment of cotton yarn or fabric by immersion in a caustic solution of sodium hydroxide or other chemical base. Fibers so treated swell permanently, and the cotton is made stronger and more lustrous. Named after Alexander Mercer (1791-1866), who perfected the process.