Gauze

For the Japanese band, see Gauze (band). For the album by Dir en grey, see GAUZE.

Gauze is a thin, translucent fabric with a loose open weave. Its name may derive etymologically from the Persian word for silk, via the Spanish word "gaza".

Uses and types

Gauze was originally made of silk.
When used in film and theatre, gauze is often fashioned into a scrim.
Gauze is also made of cotton, especially for use in bandages. It is especially useful for dressing wounds where other fabrics might stick to the burn or laceration.
Modern gauze is sometimes made of synthetic fibers, especially when used in clothing.
Gauze can also be made of metal, such as a wire gauze placed on top of a Bunsen burner.

External links

[Cotton gauze as non-adherent dressing (with image)]

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