The diagram below shows how leather goods are produced. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant.

The diagram illustrates the process of utilizing animal hides in the production of

leather

goods. In total, there are eleven distinct steps involved in

this

process, commencing with the initial drying of the animal

skin

and concluding with the production of

leather

items. The initial step, as shown in the diagram, involves salting and sun-drying the animal hide to preserve it. Once the

leather

has been properly dried, it is transported to the factory via a lorry. Upon reaching the factory, the

skin

undergoes a thorough washing in a vat containing water and lime to eliminate salt and dirt.

Subsequently

, the washed

skin

is soaked in lime to remove any protein and fat residues.

Following

this

, the soaked

skin

is flattened using a roller to create a smooth surface. The flattened

skin

is

then

immersed in Tannin, a mixture of water and vegetable matter, to prevent decay and enhance preservation. Upon completion of

this

stage, the treated

skin

is polished to achieve a glossy finish.

Finally

, the polished

leather

is transported to a factory where it is used in the manufacturing of various

leather

products, including shoes, bags, and balls.