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Fibres, Fibres made using chemicals, Fibres obtained from nature,…
Fibres
Natural fibres
Cotton
*Obtained from cotton flower, absorbs water, soft, lightweight, non toxic, used to make fabrics, towels etc.
Silk
*Reared from mulberry silk worm, first discovered in china, expensive fabric, smooth, soft, lightweight, used to make sarees and other fabrics.
Jute
*Super strong, fibre with golden and silky shine, 100% bio-degradable and can be recycled, used to make bags, sacks, household products etc.
Wool
*It is durable, absorbs odour, fire resistant, reared from mainly sheep and also other animals, used to make jackets, sweaters, shawls etc.
Leather
*Made from animal skin and hides, thick, strong, durable, flexible, good heat insulation, used to make cricket balls, shoes etc.
Man-made fibres
Nylon
(ny-new york, lon- london)
*First fully synthesized fibre, less water absorption, strong, dries fast, used for making ropes, swimming suits etc.
Acrylic
*Known as artificial wool, similar texture that of wool, lightweight, durable, used to make sweaters and other fabrics.
Rayon
*Known as artificial silk, similar texture like silk, made from wood pulp, strechy, dyed n different colors, mixed with cotton to make carpets, curtains etc.
*Made of alcohol and acid, made of the monomer 'ester', elastic, wrinkle resistant, can be easily blended with other fibres(Eg: polywool, polycot), used to make bottles, bedsheets etc.
*Made by the monomer 'ethene', water resistant, strong, cheap, tough, durable, used for making bottles, dustbins, polythene bags etc.
Fibres made using chemicals
Fibres obtained from nature
Polyester
Polythene
Made by the process of polymerisation