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Why do clothes shrink in the wash?

Why do clothes shrink in the wash?

Moment Of Um · Brains On Universe

January 17, 20256m 42s

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Show Notes

Have you ever noticed how sometimes when you wash and dry a piece of clothing, it comes out a little smaller? Why does that happen? We asked science professor Dr. Mark Lorch to help us find the answer.


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