Broom

device · 1000 BC · Ancient world

A bundle of twigs for sweeping.

What it is made of

• Broom twigs — has part. A bundle of twigs or sorghum.
• Broom binding — has part. It binds the bundle.

Principles and materials it uses

• Plant fibre — is made of. A broom is tied from twigs and grasses.
• Wood — is made of. On a wooden handle.

History: what it evolved from and what it influenced

• Basket — evolved from. Weaving twigs.
• Mop — evolved into. A cleaning tool.

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